Origin
Louisville, KY
Afternoon in Louisville on Sunday
Local time
3:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Louisville, KY to Coal Run Village, KY
Drive Time
3h 52m
Distance
207.8 mi
334 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
Louisville, KY
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Coal Run Village, KY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Louisville to Coal Run Village covers 207.8 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 52 minutes. Given the manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-64, the Mountain Parkway, and US 23 to complete the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $32, it remains an economical choice for a cross-state drive within Kentucky. Since both locations are situated in the Southeast region, the transition between them is relatively seamless, making for a straightforward trek across the state.
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
103.9 miles from Louisville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 94% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend your first major leg on I-64, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 93.4 miles. As you transition from the interstate onto the Mountain Parkway and eventually US 23, the character of the drive shifts from typical highway cruising to a more specialized road network. The combination of these primary arteries ensures you maintain a consistent pace throughout the 207.8-mile transit. Overall, it is a focused, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and direct connectivity over winding local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 93.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Mountain Parkway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 207.8 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: at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (I 64): 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.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 64 West, I 64 East: New Albany, Saint Louis, Lexington
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 West, I 64 East: New Albany, Saint...
8
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 64 East: Lexington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 64 East: Lexington
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
8
77.5 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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I 64
Take the exit onto I 64 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 slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
6
94.1 mi into trip
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~1h 46m 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 Along This Route
Between Louisville, KY and Coal Run Village, KY, road signs point toward Ashland, Mountain Parkway East, Prestonsburg and Campton.
Ashland
77.5 mi in
|
~1h 27m
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via I 64
Mountain Parkway East
94.1 mi in
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~1h 46m
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via Mountain Parkway
Prestonsburg
94.1 mi in
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~1h 46m
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via Mountain Parkway
Campton
94.1 mi in
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~1h 46m
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via Mountain Parkway
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 93.4 mi | 1h 44m |
| Mountain Parkway | 81.7 mi | 1h 28m |
| US 23 | 20.4 mi | 23m |
| Old Middle Creek Road | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| West Jefferson Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Roy Wilkins Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Happy Valley Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Leslie Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 93.4 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Louisville, KY and Coal Run Village, KY.
1
Start on West Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Jefferson Street
2
Turn right onto Roy Wilkins Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Roy Wilkins Avenue
3
Take the ramp
455 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 64 West, I 64 East: New Albany, Saint Louis, Lexington
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 64 East: Lexington
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 64
77 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
6
Take the exit onto I 64
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 64
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Mountain Parkway
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
Mountain Parkway
Toward Mountain Parkway east , Prestonsburg, Campton
8
Continue on KY 114
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Old Middle Creek Road
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
10
Merge onto US 23; US 460
20 mi
·
23 min
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US 23; US 460
11
Turn right onto Happy Valley Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Happy Valley Drive
12
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
240 ft
·
10 sec
·
Leslie Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Leslie Drive
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple since the 3-hour and 52-minute drive offers plenty of flexibility for a one-day trip. While the route is designed for efficiency, you should incorporate at least one stop to break up the monotony of the highway-heavy path. Keep in mind that you will be spending the vast majority of your time on major roads, so monitor your fuel levels before leaving the more populated areas near Louisville. Since you have a $32 fuel budget, filling up at the start of your journey will help you avoid the need for frequent stops. Aim to time your departure to avoid peak commuter traffic on I-64 to ensure you keep your travel time close to the estimated duration.
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 103.9 miles from Louisville, KY, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.4 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 103.9 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coal Run Village, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Louisville, 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 Louisville, KY
This is one driving day of about 207.8 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Louisville, 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 I 64 for about 93.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 103.9 mi from Louisville, KY · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.9 miles from Louisville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.4 miles.
Arriving in Coal Run Village, KY
The final approach into Coal Run Village, 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 Coal Run Village, 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
$31.56 one way
$63.13 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $34.79 | $69.59 |
| premium | $4.80 | $39.23 | $78.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.17 | $92.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.3 | 0 | $21.82 | $9.97 |
| Efficient EV | 52 | 0 | $18.18 | $8.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.1 | 1 | $29.09 | $13.30 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Coal Run Village, KY
Afternoon in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
3:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
26 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 52m 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 Louisville, KY to Coal Run Village, KY covers 207.8 miles and takes about 3h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Mountain Parkway, US 23. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 103.9 miles from Louisville, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.56 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 207.8 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: at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Louisville, KY and Coal Run Village, KY, road signs point toward Ashland, Mountain Parkway East, Prestonsburg and Campton.
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