Origin
Meads, KY
Afternoon in Meads on Saturday
Local time
12:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meads, KY to Irvington, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 15m
Distance
227 mi
365 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 3m
★
6 AM
4h 16m
8 AM
4h 42m
10 AM
4h 25m
12 PM
4h 22m
3 PM
4h 26m
5 PM
4h 41m
8 PM
4h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Meads, KY to Irvington, KY covers 227 miles and takes about 4h 15m 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 $35.49 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
113.5 miles from Meads, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 15m. Total distance: 227 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 15m drive with frequent turns across 227 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Midland Trail Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 15m 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 Irvington, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Midland Trail Road | — | — |
| Marsh Hill Drive | — | — |
| Route 60 | — | — |
| I 64 West | — | — |
| Interstate 265 | — | — |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | — | — |
| US 31W | — | — |
| Fort Knox | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Midland Trail Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meads, KY and Irvington, KY.
1
Start on the route
56 ft
·
4 sec
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the route
2
Continue on Midland Trail Road
354 ft
·
17 sec
·
Midland Trail Road
3
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
112 ft
·
6 sec
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Marsh Hill Drive
4
Turn right onto US Route 60
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
US Route 60
5
Continue on US Route 60
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US Route 60
6
Turn right
3.6 mi
·
5 min
7
Take the ramp slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge slight left
99 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
6.9 mi
·
8 min
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I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
56 mi
·
59 min
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I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
11
Take the exit slight right toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
12
Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
25 mi
·
29 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 31W, US 60: Fort Knox, Louisville
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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US 31W, US 60: Fort Knox, Louisville
14
Keep slight left to continue on Fort Knox, Patton Museum
203 ft
·
11 sec
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Fort Knox, Patton Museum
15
Turn left onto Dixie Highway
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Dixie Highway
16
Turn right
17 mi
·
19 min
17
Turn right onto Woodlawn Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Woodlawn Street
18
Continue on 1st Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
1st Avenue
19
Turn right onto Walnut Street
30 ft
·
1 sec
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Walnut Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 113.5 miles from Meads, KY, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
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 50 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.5 miles or 2h 7m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irvington, 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 227 miles and 4h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Meads, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.5 mi from Meads, KY · 2h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.5 miles from Meads, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Irvington, KY
The final approach into Irvington, 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 Irvington, 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
$35.49 one way
$70.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $38.97 | $77.93 |
| premium | $4.89 | $43.68 | $87.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.12 | $100.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.1 | 0 | $23.83 | $10.90 |
| Efficient EV | 56.8 | 0 | $19.86 | $9.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.8 | 1 | $31.78 | $14.53 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Irvington, KY
Morning in Irvington on Saturday
Local time
11:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 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
4h 15m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Irvington, KY covers 227 miles and takes about 4h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Midland Trail Road, Marsh Hill Drive, Route 60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.5 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 $35.49 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 15m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Meads, KY to Irvington, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Meads, KY to Irvington, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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