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1h 55m
Distance
97.3 mi
157 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
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Greensburg, KY
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If you are planning a trip from Lexington to Greensburg, expect a straightforward journey covering 97.3 miles. You should set aside approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes of drive time, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast Kentucky locations. Since the route does not require any mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to complete the trip in one go. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, this drive offers a manageable timeline that fits easily into a weekend schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
48.7 miles from Lexington, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, relying instead on local paths like Gainesway Drive, Tates Creek Road, and KY 4 West. Because the entire 97.3-mile distance consists of local roads, you will experience a more technical drive than you would on a standard freeway. The personality of this trip is defined by consistent maneuvering rather than high-speed cruising. You will find that the constant shifts in direction require your full attention throughout the nearly two-hour duration.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
216 ft
Total Descent
587 ft
Highest Point
992 ft
~4.1 mi in
Elevation Range
394 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near KY 4 / New Circle Road.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 97.3 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 1.7 miles (KY 4 / New Circle Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 60 West: Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward KY 555: Springfield, Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto KY 55 / Western Bypass
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Between Lexington, KY and Greensburg, KY, road signs point toward Elizabethtown and Lebanon.
Elizabethtown
Lebanon
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Parkway | 29.2 mi | 31m |
| Triple 5 Highway | 14.7 mi | 16m |
| Greensburg Road | 10 mi | 11m |
| New Lebanon Road | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| New Circle Road | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| New Campbellsville Road | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Versailles Road | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Campbellsville Road | 3.1 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington, KY and Greensburg, KY.
Start on Coldstream Drive
Turn right onto Gainesway Drive
Turn right onto KY 1974
Turn left
Merge onto KY 4
Take the exit
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Take the exit
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
Take the exit
Turn left onto KY 555
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 555
Enter roundabout onto KY 55
Continue on KY 55
Continue on KY 55
Continue on KY 55
Turn right onto KY 2154
Turn left
Turn right
Continue on KY 2154
Turn slight right
Turn left
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto KY 2154
Turn right onto US 68; KY 55
Continue on US 68; KY 55
Continue on US 68; KY 55
Continue on US 68; KY 55
Continue on US 68; KY 55
Continue on US 68
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
Continue on US 68; KY 61; KY 70
Turn left onto East Hodgenville Avenue
Turn right onto North Depot Street
Arrive at destination
Given the turn-heavy nature of these local roads, it is wise to prioritize comfort and alertness before you depart. Since the trip is relatively short at under two hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule, though tackling these winding segments during daylight hours will make navigation much easier. You do not need to worry about complex stop planning since there are no required breaks on this 97.3-mile stretch. Before you head out, ensure your vehicle is fueled up for the $14 trip, as local road driving can be less fuel-efficient than steady highway cruising. Keep a close eye on your GPS as you transition between Gainesway Drive and Tates Creek Road to stay on track.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.7 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greensburg, KY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lexington, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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, KY
This is one driving day of about 97.3 miles and 1h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.7 mi from Lexington, KY · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 48.7 miles from Lexington, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Greensburg, 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 Greensburg, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.78 one way
$29.56 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.29 | $32.58 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.37 | $36.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.62 | $43.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.62 | $6.23 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Lexington on Sunday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Greensburg on Sunday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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