Origin
Nevada, KY
Late night in Nevada on Saturday
Local time
5:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nevada, KY to Columbia, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
61 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nevada, KY
Stephan Müller
Columbia, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Nevada, KY to Columbia, KY covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Campbellsville Road, New Columbia Road, Danville Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.7 miles on Campbellsville Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 61 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 61 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Campbellsville Road is the longest continuous segment at about 10.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 68 / Perryville Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Nevada, KY to Columbia, KY is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 68 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (US 68; US 150; KY 52 / East 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (US 68; KY 52 / South Buell Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 68 / Perryville Road
Turn right onto US 68 / Perryville Road
Navigation decision point
4
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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US 68; US 150; KY 52 / East 2nd Street
Turn right onto US 68; US 150; KY 52 / East 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
3
4.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 68; KY 52 / South Buell Street
Turn left onto US 68; KY 52 / South Buell Street
Navigation decision point
4
43 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
KY 210 / New Columbia Road
Turn left onto KY 210 / New Columbia Road
Navigation decision point
5
61 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Public Square
Enter roundabout onto KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Public Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Campbellsville Road | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| New Columbia Road | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| Danville Highway | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Jane Todd Crawford Trail | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| New Lebanon Road | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| New Campbellsville Road | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Perryville Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Campbellsville Road
— 10.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nevada, KY and Columbia, KY.
1
Start on Bugg Road
7 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bugg Road
2
Turn right onto US 68
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Perryville Road
3
Turn right onto US 68; US 150; KY 52
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
East 2nd Street
4
Turn left onto US 68; KY 52
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Buell Street
5
Continue on US 68; KY 52
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Jane Todd Crawford Trail
6
Continue on Danville Highway
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Danville Highway
7
Continue on US 68
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
New Danville Highway
8
Continue on US 68
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Danville Highway
9
Continue on US 68; KY 52
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Jane Todd Crawford Trail
10
Continue on US 68; KY 52
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Danville Road
11
Continue on US 68; KY 52
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Danville Highway
12
Continue on US 68; KY 52
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
13
Continue on US 68; KY 55
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Campbellsville Road
14
Continue on US 68; KY 55
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Jane Todd Crawford Trail
15
Continue on US 68; KY 55
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Campbellsville Road
16
Continue on US 68; KY 55
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
New Campbellsville Road
17
Continue on US 68; KY 55
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
New Lebanon Road
18
Continue on US 68
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Broadway Street
19
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Broadway
20
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Greensburg Road
21
Turn left onto KY 210
10 mi
·
11 min
·
New Columbia Road
22
Continue on KY 55
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Campbellsville Road
23
Continue on KY 55 Business
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Campbellsville Street
24
Enter roundabout onto KY 55 Business; KY 80
141 ft
·
2 sec
·
Public Square
25
Arrive at destination
KY 55 Business; KY 80
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.5 mi from Nevada, KY · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.5 miles from Nevada, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbia, KY
The final approach into Columbia, 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
$9.06 one way
$18.11 round trip
$3.77/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.21 | $20.43 |
| premium | $4.65 | $11.18 | $22.35 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.54 | $3.90 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Columbia, KY
Late night in Columbia on Saturday
Local time
4:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Lebanon, KY
31 mi in
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
23 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
1h 19m 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 Nevada, KY to Columbia, KY covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Campbellsville Road, New Columbia Road, Danville Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.5 miles from Nevada, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.06 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 Nevada, KY to Columbia, KY is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 68 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (US 68; US 150; KY 52 / East 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (US 68; KY 52 / South Buell Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Nevada, KY to Columbia, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Camp Nelson National Monument and Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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