Origin
Lexington, KY
Night in Lexington on Thursday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lexington, KY to Providence, KY
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
78.1 mi
126 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Providence, KY
Diana ✨
Trip Overview
This 78.1-mile drive from Lexington, KY to Providence, KY is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via I-64, Eminence Pike, and Campbellsburg Road, with about 30% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $12, making it an economical option. This mixed drive offers a straightforward path through the Southeast region of Kentucky, with no planned stops suggested, indicating a relatively direct journey. It's a practical choice if you're looking for a short, efficient trip between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.1 miles from Lexington, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 78.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 30% of the 78.1 miles on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.1 miles on I-64, providing a chance to pick up speed. As you transition from the interstate to roads like Eminence Pike and Campbellsburg Road, the character of the drive will likely change, offering a different feel behind the wheel. This blend of highway and local road driving means you'll experience varying speeds and road conditions throughout the 1 hour and 45-minute journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Gainesway Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.1 miles (KY 1974 / Tates Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (KY 4 / New Circle Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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 right onto Gainesway Drive
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
KY 1974 / Tates Creek Road
Turn right onto KY 1974 / Tates Creek Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge onto KY 4 / New Circle Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward US 60 West: Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 60 West: Versailles
7
48.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward KY 53: Shelbyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35
Toward KY 53: Shelbyville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 22.1 mi | 23m |
| Eminence Pike | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Campbellsburg Road | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Frankfort Road | 6 mi | 6m |
| New Circle Road | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| Versailles Road | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Eminence Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Lexington Road | 3.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 22.1 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington, KY and Providence, KY.
1
Start on Coldstream Drive
261 ft
·
11 sec
·
Coldstream Drive
2
Turn right onto Gainesway Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Gainesway Drive
3
Turn right onto KY 1974
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Tates Creek Road
4
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward KY 4 West: New Circle Road
5
Merge onto KY 4
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
New Circle Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 5B
Toward US 60 West: Versailles
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 60
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Versailles Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 60
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Lexington Road
9
Turn slight right onto US 60
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Versailles Bypass
10
Continue on US 60; US 62
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Frankfort Road
11
Continue on US 60
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Frankfort Highway
12
Continue on US 60
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Versailles Road
13
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
14
Merge onto I 64
22 mi
·
23 min
·
I 64
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 35
Toward KY 53: Shelbyville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto KY 53
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Eden Road
17
Continue on KY 55 Business
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Boone Station Road
18
Continue on KY 55 Business
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Eminence Pike
19
Continue on KY 55
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
20
Continue on KY 55
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Eminence Road
21
Continue on US 421; KY 55
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Main Street
22
Continue on US 421; KY 55
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Campbellsburg Road
23
Continue on US 421; KY 55
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Main Street
24
Turn straight onto KY 55
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Carrollton Road
25
Turn slight left
398 ft
·
17 sec
26
Turn straight onto KY 316
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
KY 316
27
Turn right onto Wiley Road
47 ft
·
2 sec
·
Wiley Road
28
Arrive at destination
Wiley Road
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes for this 78.1-mile trip, you have considerable flexibility in your departure time. It's best to plan around potential local traffic, especially if you're leaving Lexington during peak hours. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, you won't need frequent refueling stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Since there are no recommended stops, consider making your own brief break during the 22.1-mile stretch on I-64 if needed. This route is straightforward, so focus on enjoying the changing scenery as you make your way to Providence.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.1 miles from Lexington, KY, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.1 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.1 miles or 49m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Providence, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lexington, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lexington, KY
This is one driving day of about 78.1 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Lexington, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 22.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.1 mi from Lexington, KY · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.1 miles from Lexington, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Providence, KY
The final approach into Providence, 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
$12.21 one way
$24.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.41 | $26.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.03 | $30.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.24 | $34.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.20 | $3.75 |
| Efficient EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.83 | $3.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.93 | $5.00 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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
Providence, KY
Night in Providence on Thursday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Shelbyville, KY
39 mi in
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
21 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 45m 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 Providence, KY covers 78.1 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Eminence Pike, Campbellsburg Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.1 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 $12.21 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 78.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.1 miles (KY 1974 / Tates Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (KY 4 / New Circle Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lexington, KY to Providence, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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