Origin
Nicholasville, KY
Afternoon in Nicholasville on Wednesday
Local time
4:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Nicholasville, KY to Douglass Hills, KY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
68.4 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
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6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Douglass Hills, KY
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 68.4-mile drive from Nicholasville to Douglass Hills in Kentucky is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 24 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-64 along with Frankfort Road and Keene Road, the route offers a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this journey through the Southeast region of Kentucky is a straightforward and efficient option for a short road trip. You won't need to worry about breaking this up overnight; it's a comfortable distance for a single outing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.2 miles from Nicholasville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive that's about 60% highway, offering stretches of faster travel, particularly the longest uninterrupted segment of 40.1 miles on I-64. The rest of the journey incorporates local roads like Frankfort Road and Keene Road, providing a change of pace from the interstate. This mixed profile means you'll transition between open highway cruising and more community-oriented driving. The overall feel is a blend of efficient travel and a glimpse into local Kentucky landscapes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KY 169 / West Oak Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KY 169 / West Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (KY 169 / North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (KY 33 / Troy Pike): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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KY 169 / West Oak Street
Turn left onto KY 169 / West Oak Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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KY 169 / North 3rd Street
At end of road, turn right onto KY 169 / North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
13.3 mi into trip
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~19m in
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KY 33 / Troy Pike
At end of road, turn right onto KY 33 / Troy Pike
Navigation decision point
5
26.5 mi into trip
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~36m in
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I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
66.6 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward Blankenbaker Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17
Toward Blankenbaker Parkway
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 40.1 mi | 43m |
| Frankfort Road | 6 mi | 6m |
| Keene Road | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Pinckard Pike | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Keene-Versailles Road | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Troy Pike | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Frankfort Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 40.1 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nicholasville, KY and Douglass Hills, KY.
1
Start on US 27 Business
0.1 mi
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20 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn left onto KY 169
0.2 mi
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19 sec
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West Oak Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto KY 169
0.8 mi
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1 min
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North 3rd Street
4
Continue on KY 169
5.1 mi
·
7 min
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Keene Road
5
Continue on KY 169; KY 1267
0.2 mi
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20 sec
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Keene Road
6
Turn left onto KY 169
0.4 mi
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39 sec
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Pinchard Pike
7
Continue on KY 169
2.1 mi
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2 min
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Keene-Versailles Road
8
Continue on KY 169
4.5 mi
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6 min
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Pinckard Pike
9
At end of road, turn right onto KY 33
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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Troy Pike
10
Continue on KY 33
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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South Main Street
11
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
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Frankfort Street
12
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
472 ft
·
7 sec
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US 60 Business; US 62
13
Turn left onto US 60; US 62
6.0 mi
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6 min
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Frankfort Road
14
Continue on US 60
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Frankfort Highway
15
Continue on US 60
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Versailles Road
16
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
17
Merge onto I 64
40 mi
·
43 min
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I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 17
Toward Blankenbaker Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto KY 913
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Blankenbaker Parkway
20
Turn left onto Finchley Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
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Finchley Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto Gatehouse Lane
303 ft
·
17 sec
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Gatehouse Lane
22
Turn left onto Rockstone Place
137 ft
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6 sec
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Rockstone Place
23
Arrive at destination
Rockstone Place
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of just under 1.5 hours, this route offers a lot of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving Nicholasville in the morning or mid-afternoon will get you to Douglass Hills with plenty of daylight. You likely won't need many stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the 40.1-mile stretch of I-64, to ensure a smooth journey. The modest $11 fuel cost means you can plan this trip without significant budget concerns.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.2 miles from Nicholasville, KY, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.1 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 68.4 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.2 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Douglass Hills, 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.
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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 Nicholasville, KY
This is one driving day of about 68.4 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nicholasville, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 40.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.2 mi from Nicholasville, KY · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.2 miles from Nicholasville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Douglass Hills, KY
The final approach into Douglass Hills, 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 Douglass Hills, 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
$10.69 one way
$21.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.16 | $26.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.10 | $30.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.58 | $4.38 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Douglass Hills, KY
Afternoon in Douglass Hills on Wednesday
Local time
4:02 PM
EDT
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
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
1h 24m 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 Nicholasville, KY to Douglass Hills, KY covers 68.4 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Frankfort Road, Keene Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.2 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 $10.69 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KY 169 / West Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (KY 169 / North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (KY 33 / Troy Pike): Navigation decision point.
The route from Nicholasville, KY to Douglass Hills, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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