Origin
Nicholasville, KY
Night in Nicholasville on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nicholasville, KY to Cadiz, KY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
228.3 mi
367 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 4m
★
6 AM
4h 17m
8 AM
4h 43m
10 AM
4h 26m
12 PM
4h 23m
3 PM
4h 27m
5 PM
4h 42m
8 PM
4h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nicholasville, KY
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Cadiz, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Nicholasville, KY to Cadiz, KY covers 228.3 miles and takes about 4h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Oak Street, North 3rd Street, Keene Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.69 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
114.2 miles from Nicholasville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 16m drive with frequent turns across 228.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Oak Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 16m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Nicholasville, KY to Cadiz, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Oak Street | — | — |
| North 3rd Street | — | — |
| Keene Road | — | — |
| Pinchard Pike | — | — |
| Keene-Versailles Road | — | — |
| Pinckard Pike | — | — |
| Troy Pike | — | — |
| Bluegrass Parkway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Oak Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nicholasville, KY and Cadiz, KY.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto West Oak Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Oak Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto North 3rd Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 3rd Street
4
Continue on Keene Road
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Keene Road
5
Continue on Keene Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Keene Road
6
Turn left onto Pinchard Pike
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Pinchard Pike
7
Continue on Keene-Versailles Road
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Keene-Versailles Road
8
Continue on Pinckard Pike
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Pinckard Pike
9
At the end of the road, turn right onto Troy Pike
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Troy Pike
10
Take the ramp slight left
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
11
Merge slight left onto Bluegrass Parkway
68 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
12
Keep slight left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
13
Merge slight left
1.2 mi
·
1 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
16
Keep slight left to continue on Paducah, Elizabethtown
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Paducah, Elizabethtown
17
Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
·
Western Kentucky Parkway
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 169 South: Hopkinsville
19
Merge slight left
282 ft
·
3 sec
20
Continue straight
23 mi
·
24 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward KY 1682
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
KY 1682
22
Keep slight left
102 ft
·
3 sec
23
Turn left onto West Bypass Road
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
West Bypass Road
24
Continue on Hopkinsville Bypass
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hopkinsville Bypass
25
Continue on Eagle Way
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Eagle Way
26
Merge slight left onto Hopkinsville Bypass
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Hopkinsville Bypass
27
Continue on Eagle Way
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Eagle Way
28
Turn right onto Cadiz Road
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Cadiz Road
29
Continue on Hopkinsville Road
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Hopkinsville Road
30
Turn right onto Merchant Street
374 ft
·
7 sec
·
Merchant Street
31
Continue on Main Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
32
Turn right onto Brown Street
292 ft
·
9 sec
·
Brown Street
33
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
243 ft
·
5 sec
·
Jefferson Street
34
Arrive at your destination
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 114.2 miles from Nicholasville, KY, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
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 50 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.2 miles or 2h 8m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cadiz, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nicholasville, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Nicholasville, KY
This is one driving day of about 228.3 miles and 4h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Nicholasville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.2 mi from Nicholasville, KY · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.2 miles from Nicholasville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cadiz, KY
The final approach into Cadiz, 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 Cadiz, 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
$35.69 one way
$71.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $39.19 | $78.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $43.93 | $87.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.41 | $100.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.5 | 0 | $23.97 | $10.96 |
| Efficient EV | 57.1 | 0 | $19.98 | $9.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.3 | 1 | $31.96 | $14.61 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Cadiz, KY
Night in Cadiz on Wednesday
Local time
10:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
19 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
4h 16m 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 Nicholasville, KY to Cadiz, KY covers 228.3 miles and takes about 4h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Oak Street, North 3rd Street, Keene Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.2 miles from Nicholasville, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.69 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 straightforward 4h 16m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Nicholasville, KY to Cadiz, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Nicholasville, KY to Cadiz, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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