Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
214.3 mi
345 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
Photo: Connor Scott McManus
The drive from Meads, KY to Albany, KY covers 214.3 miles and takes about 4h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Midland Trail Road, Marsh Hill Drive, Route 60 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.55 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107.2 miles from Meads, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 12m drive with frequent turns across 214.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 12m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Meads, KY to Albany, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Midland Trail Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Marsh Hill Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 60 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| KY 627 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Paris Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Maple Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Boone Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Boonesboro Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Meads, KY and Albany, KY.
Start on the route
Continue on Midland Trail Road
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
Turn right onto US Route 60
Continue on US Route 60
Turn right
Take the ramp slight right
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward KY 627: Paris , Winchester
Turn left onto Paris Road
Continue on North Maple Street
Turn right onto Boone Avenue
Continue on Boonesboro Road
Take the exit left toward I 75 South
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
Keep slight right to continue on US 25: Renfro Valley, Mount Vernon
Merge slight left onto Richmond Street
Turn straight onto Cumberland Lake Parkway
Merge slight right onto Hal Rogers Parkway
Turn left
Continue straight
Turn left
Continue straight
Turn left
Turn left onto Cross Street
Turn left onto Jefferson Street
Turn left onto South Washington Street
Turn right onto East Cumberland Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 107.2 miles or 2h 6m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, KY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Meads, 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 Meads, KY
This is one driving day of about 214.3 miles and 4h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107.2 mi from Meads, KY · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 107.2 miles from Meads, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Albany, 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 Albany, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$32.55 one way
$65.10 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $35.88 | $71.77 |
| premium | $4.80 | $40.46 | $80.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.61 | $95.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.3 | 0 | $22.50 | $10.29 |
| Efficient EV | 53.6 | 0 | $18.75 | $8.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.7 | 1 | $30.00 | $13.72 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Meads on Sunday
Local time
11:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Albany on Sunday
Local time
10:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
81°F
Lexington-Fayette, KY
107 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
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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