Origin
Meads, KY
Afternoon in Meads on Saturday
Local time
1:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meads, KY to Owingsville, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
67.6 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
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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Owingsville, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Meads, KY to Owingsville, KY covers 67.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, US 60, US Route 60 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57.7 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 67.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 67.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and US 60. The longest continuous stretch is about 57.7 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 57.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US 60. 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.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Meads, KY to Owingsville, KY is easy. At 1h 17m with 95% 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 64.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Marsh Hill Drive
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 60 / US Route 60
Turn right onto US 60 / US Route 60
Navigation decision point
6
64.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 60: Salt Lick, Owingsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 123
Toward US 60: Salt Lick, Owingsville
4
67.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 60; KY 36 / Suddith Street
Turn left onto US 60; KY 36 / Suddith Street
Navigation decision point
6
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 60; KY 36 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 60; KY 36 / East Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 57.7 mi | 1h 1m |
| US 60 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| US Route 60 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Midland Trail | 2 mi | 3m |
| East High Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Suddith Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Midland Trail Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 57.7 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meads, KY and Owingsville, KY.
1
Start on this road
56 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on Midland Trail Road
353 ft
·
16 sec
·
Midland Trail Road
3
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
110 ft
·
5 sec
·
Marsh Hill Drive
4
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
US Route 60
5
Continue on US 60
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US Route 60
6
Turn right onto US 60
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 60
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto I 64
58 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 64
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 123
Toward US 60: Salt Lick, Owingsville
10
Turn straight onto US 60
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Midland Trail
11
Continue on US 60
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
East High Street
12
Turn left onto US 60; KY 36
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Suddith Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 60; KY 36
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 60; KY 36
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.8 mi from Meads, KY · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.8 miles from Meads, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Owingsville, KY
The final approach into Owingsville, 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
$10.57 one way
$21.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.01 | $26.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.93 | $29.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.46 | $4.33 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Owingsville, KY
Afternoon in Owingsville on Saturday
Local time
1:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 17m 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 Owingsville, KY covers 67.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, US 60, US Route 60. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.8 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 $10.57 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 Owingsville, KY is easy. At 1h 17m with 95% 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 64.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Meads, KY to Owingsville, 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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