Origin
Meads, KY
Evening in Meads on Friday
Local time
8:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Trip from Meads, KY to Sturgis, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 31m
Distance
339.9 mi
547 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 19m
★
6 AM
6h 32m
8 AM
6h 56m
10 AM
6h 40m
12 PM
6h 38m
3 PM
6h 41m
5 PM
6h 55m
8 PM
6h 24m
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 Sturgis, KY covers 339.9 miles and takes about 6h 31m 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 $53.14 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
170 miles from Meads, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 31m. Total distance: 339.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 31m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 31m drive with frequent turns across 339.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 31m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Meads, KY to Sturgis, 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 | — | — |
| US 27 | — | — |
| North Broadway | — | — |
| West New Circle Road | — | — |
| US 60 West | — | — |
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 Sturgis, KY.
1
Start on the route
56 ft
·
4 sec
·
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
2.4 mi
·
3 min
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I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
11
Turn right onto North Broadway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broadway
12
Turn right onto West New Circle Road
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
West New Circle Road
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 60 West: Versailles
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
US 60 West: Versailles
14
Merge slight left onto Versailles Road
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Versailles Road
15
Continue on Lexington Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lexington Road
16
Take the exit slight right toward Elizabethtown
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Elizabethtown
17
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
71 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
18
Keep slight left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
19
Merge slight left
1.2 mi
·
1 min
20
Take the exit slight right toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
21
Keep slight right to continue on US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
22
Keep slight left to continue on Paducah, Elizabethtown
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Paducah, Elizabethtown
23
Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
Western Kentucky Parkway
24
Take the exit slight right toward I 69 North: Henderson
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69 North: Henderson
25
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
26
Merge slight left
9.2 mi
·
9 min
27
Take the exit slight right toward KY 281: Madisonville, Providence
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
KY 281: Madisonville, Providence
28
Turn left onto Island Ford Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Island Ford Road
29
Continue on Nebo Road
8.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Nebo Road
30
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
31
Continue on Nebo Road
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Nebo Road
32
Turn left
2.7 mi
·
4 min
33
Continue on North Broadway Street
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
North Broadway Street
34
Continue on Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
35
Turn left onto Kentucky 109
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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Kentucky 109
36
Continue on Green Street
7.2 mi
·
10 min
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Green Street
37
Turn right
4.2 mi
·
4 min
38
Turn right onto North Main Street
433 ft
·
6 sec
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North Main Street
39
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 170 miles from Meads, KY, or about 3h 15m 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 75 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 170 miles or 3h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sturgis, 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 339.9 miles and 6h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 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 170 mi from Meads, KY · 3h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
170 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 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 170 miles from Meads, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sturgis, KY
The final approach into Sturgis, 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 Sturgis, 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
$53.14 one way
$106.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
119 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $58.35 | $116.69 |
| premium | $4.89 | $65.41 | $130.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $75.05 | $150.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 102 | 1 | $35.69 | $16.32 |
| Efficient EV | 85 | 0 | $29.74 | $13.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 136 | 1 | $47.59 | $21.75 |
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Sturgis, KY
Evening in Sturgis on Friday
Local time
7:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
6 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
6h 31m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 Sturgis, KY covers 339.9 miles and takes about 6h 31m 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 170 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 $53.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 31m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Meads, KY to Sturgis, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Meads, KY to Sturgis, 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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