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Trip from Nevada, KY to Hazard, KY

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 35m

Distance

127 mi

204 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 25m ★
6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m

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

Downtown Nevada, KY, KY

Nevada, KY

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city and county seat of Perry County, Kentucky, United States

Hazard, KY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Nevada, KY to Hazard, KY covers 127 miles and takes about 2h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Hal Rogers Parkway, Danville Road, I 75 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.9 miles on Hal Rogers Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.86 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

63.5 miles from Nevada, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 127 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

The drive from Nevada, KY to Hazard, KY covers 127 miles and takes about 2h 35m, 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 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hal Rogers Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 56.9 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 Hazard, KY is easy. At 2h 35m with 59% 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 65 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 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

8
65 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in

Take the exit toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset

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

Use the left lane. Exit 41 Toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somer...
5
65.2 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway

Turn left onto KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
126.8 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in | Laurel Street

Turn left onto Laurel 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.

Between Nevada, KY and Hazard, KY, road signs point toward Hal Rogers Parkway: London and Somerset.

Hal Rogers Parkway: London

65 mi in | ~1h 19m

Somerset

65 mi in | ~1h 19m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Hal Rogers Parkway 56.9 mi 1h 5m
Danville Road 29 mi 33m
I 75 17.9 mi 19m
South Danville Bypass 5.5 mi 6m
Perryville Road 4.5 mi 5m
Coates Branch Road 4.2 mi 7m
Quirks Run Road 3.9 mi 9m
Stanford Road 2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Hal Rogers Parkway — 56.9 mi, about 1h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nevada, KY and Hazard, 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

18 mi · 19 min · I 75
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Exit 41 Toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset Use the left lane.
12

Turn left onto KY 80

57 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Hal Rogers Parkway
Use the left lane.
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Toward KY 451
14

Turn right onto KY 451

4.2 mi · 7 min · Coates Branch Road
15

Continue on KY 15 Business

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Memorial Drive
16

Turn right onto KY 1762

0.2 mi · 33 sec · L O Davis Drive
17

Turn left onto Laurel Street

0.2 mi · 43 sec · Laurel Street
18

Arrive at destination

Laurel Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.5 miles from Nevada, KY, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.9 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 28 miles or 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 63.5 miles or 1h 18m 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 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hazard, 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 127 miles and 2h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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 Hal Rogers Parkway for about 56.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 63.5 mi from Nevada, KY · 1h 18m into the drive

city in Laurel County, Kentucky, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

London, KY

64 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

Stanford, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

London, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 63.5 miles from Nevada, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hazard, KY

The final approach into Hazard, 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 Hazard, 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

$19.86 one way

$39.71 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $21.80 $43.60
premium $4.89 $24.44 $48.88
diesel $5.61 $28.04 $56.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 44.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 38.1 0 $13.33 $6.10
Efficient EV 31.8 0 $11.11 $5.08
EV Truck/SUV 50.8 0 $17.78 $8.13

Gas CO2

44 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Nevada, KY

Evening in Nevada on Thursday

Local time

6:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hazard, KY

Evening in Hazard on Thursday

Local time

6:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

48°F

London, KY

64 mi in

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 35m 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 Hazard, KY covers 127 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hal Rogers Parkway, Danville Road, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.5 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 $19.86 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.
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 Hazard, KY is easy. At 2h 35m with 59% 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 65 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Nevada, KY and Hazard, KY, road signs point toward Hal Rogers Parkway: London and Somerset.

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