Origin
Oregon, KY
Late night in Oregon on Friday
Local time
12:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oregon, KY to Eminence, KY
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
46.7 mi
75 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oregon, KY
Stephen Leonardi
Eminence, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oregon, KY to Eminence, KY covers 46.7 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Louisville Road, Eminence Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.1 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 46.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (26%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 6m drive with frequent turns across 46.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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 12.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 2.1 miles in near US 127 / Louisville Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Oregon, KY to Eminence, KY is easy. At 1h 6m with 26% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 127 / Louisville Road): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (KY 151 / Alton Road): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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US 127 / Louisville Road
Turn right onto US 127 / Louisville Road
Navigation decision point
3
14 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
KY 151 / Alton Road
Turn left onto KY 151 / Alton Road
Navigation decision point
3
20.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
3
21.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining
7
33.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward KY 53: Shelbyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35
Toward KY 53: Shelbyville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 12.1 mi | 12m |
| Louisville Road | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Eminence Pike | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Graefenburg Road | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Bypass North | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Oregon Road | 2.1 mi | 8m |
| Mount Eden Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 12.1 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oregon, KY and Eminence, KY.
1
Start on Oregon Road
2.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Oregon Road
2
Turn right onto US 127
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Louisville Road
3
Continue on US 127 Bypass
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Bypass North
4
Turn left onto KY 151
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Alton Road
5
Continue on KY 151; KY 512
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Graefenburg Road
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
7
Merge onto I 64
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 64
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 35
Toward KY 53: Shelbyville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto KY 53
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Eden Road
10
Continue on KY 55 Business
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Boone Station Road
11
Continue on KY 55 Business
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Eminence Pike
12
Continue on KY 55
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
13
Turn left onto Depot Avenue
153 ft
·
6 sec
·
Depot Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Depot Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.4 mi from Oregon, KY · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Oregon, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eminence, KY
The final approach into Eminence, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.30 one way
$14.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.02 | $16.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.99 | $17.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.31 | $20.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Eminence, KY
Late night in Eminence on Friday
Local time
12:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 6m 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 Oregon, KY to Eminence, KY covers 46.7 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Louisville Road, Eminence Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.4 miles from Oregon, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.30 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.
The drive from Oregon, KY to Eminence, KY is easy. At 1h 6m with 26% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 127 / Louisville Road): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (KY 151 / Alton Road): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Oregon, KY to Eminence, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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