Origin
Paintsville, KY
Afternoon in Paintsville on Sunday
Local time
4:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paintsville, KY to Ironville, KY
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
63.4 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paintsville, KY
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Ironville, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Paintsville to Ironville, expect a straightforward journey spanning 63.4 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 18 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel will get you from the Southeast region of Kentucky to your destination. Since the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, it is a highly efficient way to move through the state. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, the simplicity of this trip makes it a reliable choice for your schedule.
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
31.7 miles from Paintsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 90% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the vast majority of your journey on US 23, which accounts for a 56.4-mile stretch of uninterrupted travel. The experience is defined by these long, consistent highway miles, allowing you to maintain a steady pace throughout the trip. As you approach the end of the route, the navigation shifts briefly to 13th Street and 3rd Street to reach your final destination. Expect a functional, predictable experience behind the wheel that prioritizes speed over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and 13th Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near US 23.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (US 23): Lane positioning matters here; at 59 miles (Winchester Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 59.2 miles (US 60 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 23
Turn right onto US 23
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
59 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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Winchester Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Winchester Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
59.2 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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US 60 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn left onto US 60 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
61.7 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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KY 1134 / Winslow Road
Turn right onto KY 1134 / Winslow Road
Navigation decision point
5
63.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
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Brett Street
Turn right onto Brett Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 56.4 mi | 1h 4m |
| 13th Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| 3rd Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| KY 321 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Donta Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Roberts Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Winslow Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paintsville, KY and Ironville, KY.
1
Start on Court Street
495 ft
·
26 sec
·
Court Street
2
Turn left onto KY 40
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
3rd Street
3
Turn right onto KY 321
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
KY 321
4
Turn right onto US 23
56 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
US 23
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto 14th Street
375 ft
·
16 sec
·
14th Street
6
Enter roundabout onto Winchester Avenue
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
Winchester Avenue
7
Continue on Winchester Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Winchester Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 60
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn slight right onto US 60
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
13th Street
10
Turn right onto KY 1134
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Winslow Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto KY 1134
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Roberts Drive
12
Keep slight right at fork onto West Donta Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Donta Road
13
Turn right onto Pine Street
157 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pine Street
14
Turn right onto Brett Street
524 ft
·
22 sec
·
Brett Street
15
Continue on Tiffany Drive
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Tiffany Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Tiffany Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of under an hour and a half, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops, as the duration is manageable without a break. Because the route is dominated by the long US 23 stretch, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving Paintsville to avoid any unnecessary detours. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition off the highway and onto 13th Street and 3rd Street during the final leg. Taking advantage of the quick travel time allows you to maximize your day in Ironville without the fatigue of a longer haul.
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 31.7 miles from Paintsville, KY, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 63.4 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.7 miles or 38m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ironville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Paintsville, 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 Paintsville, KY
This is one driving day of about 63.4 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Paintsville, 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 US 23 for about 56.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.7 mi from Paintsville, KY · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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
Arriving in Ironville, KY
The final approach into Ironville, 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 Ironville, 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
$9.63 one way
$19.26 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.62 | $21.23 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.97 | $23.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.09 | $28.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Ironville, KY
Afternoon in Ironville on Sunday
Local time
4:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
1 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 18m 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 Paintsville, KY to Ironville, KY covers 63.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, 13th Street, 3rd Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.7 miles from Paintsville, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.63 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 18m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (US 23): Lane positioning matters here; at 59 miles (Winchester Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 59.2 miles (US 60 / Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Paintsville, KY to Ironville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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