Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
30.2 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Paris, KY
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The drive from Nicholasville, KY to Paris, KY covers 30.2 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lexington Road, Paris Pike, Nicholasville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.3 miles on Lexington Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 30.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m 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.
Expect a 45m drive with frequent turns across 30.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 around 1.7 miles in near US 27 / Lexington Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Nicholasville, KY to Paris, KY is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 27 / Lexington Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (South Upper Street): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (Bolivar Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 27 / Lexington Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South Upper Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Bolivar Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 27; US 68 / South Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Road | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| Paris Pike | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Nicholasville Road | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| South Broadway | 4 mi | 8m |
| North Main Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Limestone | 1 mi | 2m |
| Bolivar Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Nicholasville, KY and Paris, KY.
Start on US 27 Business
Turn right onto US 27
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Turn left onto Winslow Street
Turn left onto South Upper Street
Turn right onto Bolivar Street
Turn right onto US 27; US 68
Continue on US 27; US 68
Continue on US 27; US 68
Continue on US 68 Business
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.1 mi from Nicholasville, KY · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Nicholasville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Paris, KY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.72 one way
$9.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.18 | $10.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.67 | $13.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Nicholasville on Friday
Local time
2:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Paris on Friday
Local time
2:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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