Origin
Lexington, KY
Late night in Lexington on Saturday
Local time
4:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lexington, KY to Brodhead, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
55.5 mi
89 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brodhead, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lexington, KY to Brodhead, KY covers 55.5 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Old Broadhead Road, Athens Boonesboro Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 55.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 55.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Old Broadhead Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.2 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Old Broadhead Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Gainesway Drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Gainesway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (US 25; US 421 / Richmond Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Gainesway Drive
Turn left onto Gainesway Drive
Navigation decision point
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 25; US 421 / Richmond Road
Turn right onto US 25; US 421 / Richmond Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
48.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 62
Toward US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
7
48.6 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 62
Toward US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lexington, KY to Brodhead, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Vernon along the way.
Mount Vernon
48.3 mi in
|
~55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 41.2 mi | 44m |
| Old Broadhead Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Athens Boonesboro Road | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Richmond Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Cumberland Lake Parkway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Man O War Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Pimlico Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Richmond Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 41.2 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington, KY and Brodhead, KY.
1
Start on Coldstream Drive
261 ft
·
13 sec
·
Coldstream Drive
2
Turn left onto Gainesway Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Gainesway Drive
3
Turn left onto Pimlico Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Pimlico Parkway
4
Turn left onto Man O War Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Man O War Boulevard
5
Turn right onto US 25; US 421
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Richmond Road
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on KY 418
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Athens Boonesboro Road
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Knoxville
8
Merge onto I 75
41 mi
·
44 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 62
Toward US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
10
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
·
5 sec
Exit 62
Toward US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
11
Merge onto US 25
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Richmond Street
12
Turn straight onto KY 461
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Lake Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto KY 1326
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Broadhead Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto KY 1505
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Boone Way
15
Turn right onto Sycamore Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Sycamore Street
16
Arrive at destination
Sycamore Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.7 mi from Lexington, KY · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Lexington, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brodhead, KY
The final approach into Brodhead, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.68 one way
$17.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.53 | $19.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.68 | $21.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.25 | $24.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.77 | $3.55 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Brodhead, KY
Late night in Brodhead on Saturday
Local time
4:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Berea, KY
28 mi in
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
23 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m 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, KY to Brodhead, KY covers 55.5 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Old Broadhead Road, Athens Boonesboro 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 27.7 miles from Lexington, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Gainesway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (US 25; US 421 / Richmond Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lexington, KY to Brodhead, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Vernon along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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