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Trip from Nevada, KY to Cumberland, KY

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 13m

Distance

161.9 mi

261 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 2m ★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 37m
10 AM
3h 22m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 6m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Harlan County, Kentucky, United States

Cumberland, KY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Nevada, KY to Cumberland, KY covers 161.9 miles and takes about 3h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Cumberland Gap Parkway, I 75, Danville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.7 miles on Cumberland Gap Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.31 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

80.9 miles from Nevada, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 161.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (50%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Nevada, KY to Cumberland, KY covers 161.9 miles and takes about 3h 13m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cumberland Gap Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 30.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Nevada, KY to Cumberland, KY is easy. At 3h 13m with 50% 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 3.9 miles (US 150; KY 52; KY 1822 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point; at 76.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 68 / Perryville Road

Turn right onto US 68 / Perryville Road

Navigation decision point

4
3.9 mi into trip | ~9m in | US 150; KY 52; KY 1822 / Perryville Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 150; KY 52; KY 1822 / Perryville Road

Navigation decision point

5
76.8 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
4
77.1 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | US 25E / Corbin Bypass

Turn left onto US 25E / Corbin Bypass

Navigation decision point

4
161.4 mi into trip | ~3h 12m in | KY 2179 / West Main Street

Turn right onto KY 2179 / West Main Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Nevada, KY to Cumberland, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Barbourville along the way.

Barbourville

76.8 mi in | ~1h 32m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Cumberland Gap Parkway 30.7 mi 36m
I 75 29.6 mi 31m
Danville Road 29 mi 33m
US 119 20.8 mi 23m
Harlan Road 15.9 mi 18m
Pineville Road 13.1 mi 14m
South Danville Bypass 5.5 mi 6m
Perryville Road 4.5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: Cumberland Gap Parkway — 30.7 mi, about 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nevada, KY and Cumberland, KY.

1

Start on Bugg Road

7 ft · 2 sec · Bugg Road
2

Turn right onto US 68

365 ft · 6 sec · Perryville Road
3

Turn left onto KY 1822

3.9 mi · 9 min · Quirks Run Road
4

At end of road, turn left onto US 150; KY 52; KY 1822

4.5 mi · 5 min · Perryville Road
5

Turn right onto US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass

5.5 mi · 6 min · South Danville Bypass
6

Continue on US 150

2.0 mi · 2 min · Stanford Road
7

Continue on US 150

29 mi · 33 min · Danville Road
8

Continue on US 25

2.0 mi · 2 min · South Daniel Boone Trail
9

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
10

Merge onto I 75

30 mi · 31 min · I 75
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
12

Turn left onto US 25E

2.0 mi · 3 min · Corbin Bypass
13

Continue on US 25E

31 mi · 36 min · Cumberland Gap Parkway
14

Continue on US 25E

1.8 mi · 2 min · Bob Madon Bypass
15

Turn left onto US 119

16 mi · 18 min · Harlan Road
16

Continue on US 119

13 mi · 14 min · Pineville Road
17

At end of road, turn left onto US 119; US 421

21 mi · 23 min · US 119; US 421
18

Turn left onto KY 2179

503 ft · 14 sec · Frazier Street
19

Turn right onto KY 2179

0.4 mi · 45 sec · West Main Street
20

Turn left onto KY 1254

88 ft · 1 sec · Kingdom Come Drive
21

Arrive at destination

KY 1254

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 80.9 miles from Nevada, KY, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.7 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 36 miles or 46m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 80.9 miles or 1h 38m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 39m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cumberland, KY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Nevada, 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 Nevada, KY

This is one driving day of about 161.9 miles and 3h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Nevada, 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 Cumberland Gap Parkway for about 30.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 80.9 mi from Nevada, KY · 1h 38m into the drive

city in Knox County, Kentucky, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Barbourville, KY

81 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

Mount Vernon, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Corbin, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.9 miles from Nevada, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Cumberland, KY

The final approach into Cumberland, 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 Cumberland, KY.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 117.2
Park Closure: Little Yellow Creek Bridge Closure - Construction Underway
Park Closure: Bartlett Park Restrooms Closed
View on nps.gov
Camp Nelson National Monument

Camp Nelson National Monument

National Monument

The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free near mile 16.7
View on nps.gov
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

National Monument

The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importa...

28 mi from route ~70 min detour Free near mile 39.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.31 one way

$50.62 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $27.79 $55.58
premium $4.89 $31.16 $62.31
diesel $5.61 $35.75 $71.49

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.6 0 $17.00 $7.77
Efficient EV 40.5 0 $14.17 $6.48
EV Truck/SUV 64.8 0 $22.67 $10.36

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Nevada, KY

Evening in Nevada on Thursday

Local time

6:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cumberland, KY

Evening in Cumberland on Thursday

Local time

6:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

25 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

3h 13m 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 Cumberland, KY covers 161.9 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cumberland Gap Parkway, I 75, Danville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.9 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 $25.31 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Nevada, KY to Cumberland, KY is easy. At 3h 13m with 50% 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 3.9 miles (US 150; KY 52; KY 1822 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point; at 76.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Nevada, KY to Cumberland, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Barbourville along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Camp Nelson National Monument and Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument.

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