Origin
Morganfield, KY
Late night in Morganfield on Wednesday
Local time
5:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morganfield, KY to Oregon, KY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 2m
Distance
212.4 mi
342 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 50m
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6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 9m
3 PM
4h 13m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 55m
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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Oregon, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Morganfield, KY to Oregon, KY covers 212.4 miles and takes about 4h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Western Kentucky Parkway, Bluegrass Parkway, I 165 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 60.1 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.21 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
106.2 miles from Morganfield, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 2m highway drive covering 212.4 miles, with most of the trip on Western Kentucky Parkway and Bluegrass Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 60.1 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Western Kentucky Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 60.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
842 ft
406 ft
Total Climb
766 ft
Total Descent
661 ft
Highest Point
842 ft
~197.3 mi in
Elevation Range
436 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Western Kentucky Parkway and Bluegrass Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.7 miles in near US 41.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 212.4 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 23.7 miles (US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 144.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
23.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
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US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41 toward US 41 North: Henderson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 41 North: Henderson
8
144.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 137B
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
6
144.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
8
146.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward Lexington, Bardstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 93
Toward Lexington, Bardstown
6
205.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 48m in
Take the exit toward US 127 South: Harrodsburg, Danville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 59A
Toward US 127 South: Harrodsburg, Danville
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 Oregon, KY, road signs point toward Owensboro, Elizabethtown, Louisville, Lexington and Bardstown.
Owensboro
25 mi in
|
~31m
Elizabethtown
84 mi in
|
~1h 36m
Louisville
144.4 mi in
|
~2h 41m
Lexington
146.8 mi in
|
~2h 44m
Bardstown
146.8 mi in
|
~2h 44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky Parkway | 60.1 mi | 1h 4m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 58.1 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 165 | 28.8 mi | 30m |
| Audubon Parkway | 23 mi | 24m |
| US 60 | 18 mi | 20m |
| Wendell Ford Expressway | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Henderson Bypass | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| US 127 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Western Kentucky Parkway
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morganfield, KY and Oregon, KY.
1
Start on KY 56
126 ft
·
6 sec
·
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
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 60
4
Turn right onto KY 425
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Henderson Bypass
5
Continue on US 41
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 41
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 41
Toward US 41 North: Henderson
7
Merge onto I 69; US41
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
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I 69; US41
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 12
Toward Owensboro
9
Merge onto Audubon Parkway
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Audubon Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 24A
Toward US 60 East: Hawesville
11
Merge onto US 60
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Wendell Ford Expressway
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 17
Toward I 165 South: Bowling Green
13
Continue on I 165
29 mi
·
30 min
·
I 165
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 41A
Toward Elizabethtown
15
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Western Kentucky Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 137B
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
Use the right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
18
Merge onto I 65
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 65
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 93
Toward Lexington, Bardstown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
58 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 59A
Toward US 127 South: Harrodsburg, Danville
22
Merge onto US 127; KY 513
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 127; KY 513
23
Turn left
241 ft
·
10 sec
24
Continue on Oregon Road
2.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Oregon Road
25
Arrive at destination
Oregon Road
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 106.2 miles from Morganfield, KY, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.1 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.2 miles or 2h 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oregon, 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 212.4 miles and 4h 2m.
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 Western Kentucky Parkway for about 60.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106.2 mi from Morganfield, KY · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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 106.2 miles from Morganfield, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Western Kentucky Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.1 miles.
Arriving in Oregon, KY
The final approach into Oregon, 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 Oregon, 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
$33.21 one way
$66.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.46 | $72.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $40.87 | $81.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.90 | $93.79 |
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: 74.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.7 | 0 | $22.30 | $10.20 |
| Efficient EV | 53.1 | 0 | $18.59 | $8.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85 | 1 | $29.74 | $13.59 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
Oregon, KY
Morning in Oregon on Wednesday
Local time
6:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
10 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 2m 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 Morganfield, KY to Oregon, KY covers 212.4 miles and takes about 4h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Western Kentucky Parkway, Bluegrass Parkway, I 165. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 106.2 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 $33.21 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 demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 212.4 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 23.7 miles (US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 144.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Morganfield, KY and Oregon, KY, road signs point toward Owensboro, Elizabethtown, Louisville, Lexington and Bardstown.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 406 ft to 842 ft elevation with about 766 ft of total climbing.
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