Origin
Meads, KY
Afternoon in Meads on Sunday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meads, KY to Coal Run Village, KY
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
93.2 mi
150 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
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6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meads, KY
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Coal Run Village, KY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Meads to Coal Run Village covers 93.2 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 49 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, this route works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will spend roughly $14 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for getting across the southeastern part of Kentucky. The journey utilizes a combination of Louisa Road, US 23, and I-64 to navigate the region. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive offers a practical connection between these two Kentucky communities without demanding too much of your time.
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
46.6 miles from Meads, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed drive profile that transitions between different types of roadway infrastructure. With 39% of the journey spent on highways, you will experience a shift in pace as you move between local roads and faster arterial routes. Expect your longest uninterrupted stretch to occur on Louisa Road, which spans 55.9 miles and serves as the backbone of your travel. The road character changes significantly once you transition from the local sections onto the broader highway segments. You should prepare for a varied driving experience that requires you to adapt to changing speed limits and traffic patterns throughout the 93.2-mile distance.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Louisa Road is the longest continuous segment at about 55.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Marsh Hill Drive.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Meads, KY to Coal Run Village, KY is easy. At 1h 49m with 39% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Marsh Hill Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 60 / US Route 60): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Marsh Hill Drive
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 60 / US Route 60
Turn right onto US 60 / US Route 60
Navigation decision point
6
9.5 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the exit toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 191
Toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
5
9.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
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US 23 / Louisa Road
Turn right onto US 23 / Louisa Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
93.2 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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Leslie Drive
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Meads, KY to Coal Run Village, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Ashland along the way.
Ashland
9.5 mi in
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~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Louisa Road | 55.9 mi | 1h 3m |
| US 23 | 27.4 mi | 31m |
| I 64 | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| US Route 60 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| KY 180 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Happy Valley Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Midland Trail Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Leslie Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Louisa Road
— 55.9 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meads, KY and Coal Run Village, KY.
1
Start on this road
56 ft
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4 sec
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this road
2
Continue on Midland Trail Road
353 ft
·
16 sec
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Midland Trail Road
3
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
110 ft
·
5 sec
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Marsh Hill Drive
4
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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US Route 60
5
Continue on US 60
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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US Route 60
6
Continue on KY 180
1.8 mi
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2 min
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KY 180
7
Turn left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto I 64
4.4 mi
·
4 min
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I 64
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 191
Toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
10
Turn right onto US 23
56 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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Louisa Road
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 23; US 460
27 mi
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31 min
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US 23; US 460
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Happy Valley Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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Happy Valley Drive
13
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
240 ft
·
10 sec
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Leslie Drive
14
Arrive at destination
Leslie Drive
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure schedule. You can easily complete the entire distance in one go, as there are no mandated stops required to finish the trip efficiently. Keep in mind that with $14 allocated for fuel, it is wise to check your tank before leaving Meads to avoid unnecessary detours. Given that the longest stretch is on Louisa Road, ensure you are comfortable with extended time on two-lane roads before starting your engine. A helpful tip for this specific route is to monitor your speed closely as you transition between the highway portions and local roadways to remain consistent with posted limits.
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 46.6 miles from Meads, KY, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 55m 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 30m
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 Meads, 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 Meads, KY
This is one driving day of about 93.2 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Meads, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Louisa Road for about 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.6 mi from Meads, KY · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.6 miles from Meads, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$14.16 one way
$28.31 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.61 | $31.21 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.59 | $35.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.71 | $41.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.79 | $4.47 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.96 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
4:27 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
25 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
1h 49m 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 Meads, KY to Coal Run Village, KY covers 93.2 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Louisa Road, US 23, I 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.6 miles from Meads, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.16 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.
The drive from Meads, KY to Coal Run Village, KY is easy. At 1h 49m with 39% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Marsh Hill Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 60 / US Route 60): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Meads, KY to Coal Run Village, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Ashland along the way.
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