Origin
Morganfield, KY
Late night in Morganfield on Wednesday
Local time
5:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morganfield, KY to Meads, KY
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
6h 21m
Distance
333 mi
536 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 9m
★
6 AM
6h 21m
8 AM
6h 46m
10 AM
6h 30m
12 PM
6h 27m
3 PM
6h 31m
5 PM
6h 45m
8 PM
6h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morganfield, KY
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Meads, KY
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Trip Overview
This 333-mile journey from Morganfield, KY, to Meads, KY, is a substantial drive that can be completed in about 6 hours and 21 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-64 and I-69, this route is almost entirely highway, making it a direct and efficient trip within Kentucky. Given its length and duration, it's best suited as a single-day adventure, though you could certainly break it up if you prefer a more leisurely pace. With an estimated fuel cost of $52, it's an economical option for covering significant distance. This highway-focused trip offers a straightforward way to travel between points in the Southeast region.
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
166.5 miles from Morganfield, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with 99% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-64 and I-69. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 275 miles on I-64, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. While the profile is predominantly highway, the transition between I-64 and US-60 might offer a slight change of pace before you rejoin another interstate. This drive is characterized by its speed and directness, minimizing local road detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 275 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 333 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
24.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 41 North: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 41 North: Evansville
5
30.2 mi into trip
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~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 North
5
50.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 21A
Toward I 64 East: Louisville
6
143.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
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I 64; US 150
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
226.3 mi into trip
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~4h 21m in
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I 64
Take the exit onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Morganfield, KY and Meads, KY, road signs point toward Madisonville and Ashland.
Madisonville
24.1 mi in
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~32m
Ashland
226.3 mi in
|
~4h 21m
|
via I 64
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 275 mi | 5h 2m |
| US 60 | 27.6 mi | 37m |
| I 69 | 20 mi | 23m |
| US 41 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| US Route 60 | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Morgan Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Midland Trail Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 275 mi, about 5h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morganfield, KY and Meads, KY.
1
Start on KY 56
126 ft
·
6 sec
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East Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 60; KY 130
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Morgan Street
3
Turn straight onto US 60
24 mi
·
31 min
·
US 60
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 41: Evansville, Madisonville
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 41 North: Evansville
6
Merge onto US 41
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 41
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 69 North
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 69 North
9
Merge onto I 69
20 mi
·
23 min
·
I 69
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 21A
Toward I 64 East: Louisville
11
Merge onto I 64
92 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
I 64
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
83 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
I 64; US 150
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 64
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 64
Exit 111
Toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
84 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
I 64
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 181
Toward US 60
16
Turn left onto US 60
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US 60
17
Turn left onto US 60
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US Route 60
18
Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
110 ft
·
8 sec
·
Marsh Hill Drive
19
Turn left onto Midland Trail Road
410 ft
·
19 sec
·
Midland Trail Road
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 333-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic and maximize daylight hours. You'll have one significant stretch of 275 miles on I-64, so plan for a fuel and rest stop before or during that segment. With a total duration of 6 hours and 21 minutes, it’s manageable in a single day, but breaks are crucial. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the long interstate stretches, and remember the estimated fuel cost is around $52.
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 166.5 miles from Morganfield, KY, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 275 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 166.5 miles or 3h 13m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meads, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Morganfield, 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 Morganfield, KY
This is one driving day of about 333 miles and 6h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morganfield, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 275 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 166.5 mi from Morganfield, KY · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
167 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 166.5 miles from Morganfield, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 275 miles.
Arriving in Meads, KY
The final approach into Meads, 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 Meads, KY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.06 one way
$104.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $57.16 | $114.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $64.08 | $128.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $73.52 | $147.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.9 | 1 | $34.96 | $15.98 |
| Efficient EV | 83.3 | 0 | $29.14 | $13.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 133.2 | 1 | $46.62 | $21.31 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% 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
Meads, KY
Morning in Meads on Wednesday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 21m 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 Morganfield, KY to Meads, KY covers 333 miles and takes about 6h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, US 60, I 69. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 166.5 miles from Morganfield, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.06 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 333 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 24.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Morganfield, KY and Meads, KY, road signs point toward Madisonville and Ashland.
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