Origin
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Morning in Lexington-Fayette on Wednesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Cumberland, KY
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Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
151.4 mi
244 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lexington-Fayette, KY
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Cumberland, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Cumberland, KY covers 151.4 miles and takes about 3h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on KY 15, Mountain Parkway, Cumberland Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 51.1 miles on KY 15. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.67 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.7 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 10m highway drive covering 151.4 miles, with most of the trip on KY 15 and Mountain Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 51.1 miles on KY 15.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
KY 15 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KY 15 and Mountain Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 151.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the exit toward US 60: Winchester, Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13
Toward US 60: Winchester, Lexington
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 60 East: Winchester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 60 East: Winchester
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Turn left toward I 75 North: Ashland, Cincinnati, Louisville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 North: Ashland, Cincinnati, Louisvi...
8
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
6
20 mi into trip
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~24m in
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Mountain Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Mountain Parkway toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Campton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Ca...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Cumberland, KY, road signs point toward Mountain Parkway East, Prestonsburg and Campton.
Mountain Parkway East
20 mi in
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~24m
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via Mountain Parkway
Prestonsburg
20 mi in
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~24m
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via Mountain Parkway
Campton
20 mi in
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~24m
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via Mountain Parkway
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KY 15 | 51.1 mi | 58m |
| Mountain Parkway | 42.6 mi | 45m |
| Cumberland Road | 23.4 mi | 38m |
| I 64 | 15.6 mi | 16m |
| KY 160 | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Trace Branch Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Park Road | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Winchester Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
KY 15
— 51.1 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Cumberland, KY.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
42 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Floyd Drive
3
Turn right onto KY 4
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East New Circle Road
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 13
Toward US 60: Winchester, Lexington
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 60 East: Winchester
6
Continue on US 60
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Winchester Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 75 North: Ashland, Cincinnati, Louisville
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 75
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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I 75
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 64
16 mi
·
16 min
·
I 64
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Mountain Parkway
43 mi
·
45 min
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Mountain Parkway
Toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Campton
12
Take the exit onto KY 15 Spur
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
KY 15 Spur
13
Continue on KY 15
520 ft
·
6 sec
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KY 15
Use the straight lane.
14
Merge onto KY 15
17 mi
·
19 min
·
KY 15
15
At end of road, turn left onto KY 15; KY 30
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Park Road
16
Continue on KY 15
27 mi
·
30 min
·
KY 15
17
Continue on KY 15
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
KY 15
18
Turn right onto KY 15
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
KY 15
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
20
Turn right onto KY 7
11 mi
·
19 min
·
Cumberland Road
21
Continue on KY 699
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Cumberland Road
22
Turn straight onto KY 699
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Road
23
Turn left onto KY 463
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Cumberland Road
24
Continue on KY 463
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Trace Branch Road
25
Continue on KY 160
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
KY 160
26
Turn left onto KY 1254
88 ft
·
1 sec
·
Kingdom Come Drive
27
Arrive at destination
KY 1254
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.7 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.7 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cumberland, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lexington-Fayette, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lexington-Fayette, KY
This is one driving day of about 151.4 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on KY 15 for about 51.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.7 mi from Lexington-Fayette, KY · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Arriving in Cumberland, KY
The final approach into Cumberland, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cumberland, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.67 one way
$47.34 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.99 | $51.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.14 | $58.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.43 | $66.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.90 | $7.27 |
| Efficient EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.25 | $6.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.6 | 0 | $21.20 | $9.69 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Cumberland, KY
Morning in Cumberland on Wednesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 10m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Cumberland, KY covers 151.4 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KY 15, Mountain Parkway, Cumberland Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.7 miles from Lexington-Fayette, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 151.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lexington-Fayette, KY and Cumberland, KY, road signs point toward Mountain Parkway East, Prestonsburg and Campton.
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