Origin
Russell Springs, KY
Afternoon in Russell Springs on Saturday
Local time
2:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russell Springs, KY to Nevada, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
58.2 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russell Springs, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Nevada, KY
Stephan Müller
Trip Overview
The drive from Russell Springs, KY to Nevada, KY covers 58.2 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 127, Perryville Road, Quirks Run Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.3 miles on US 127. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 127 | 45.3 mi | 51m |
| Perryville Road | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Quirks Run Road | 3.9 mi | 9m |
| South Danville Bypass | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Steve Wariner Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Steve Warriner Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bugg Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 127
— 45.3 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russell Springs, KY and Nevada, KY.
1
Start on KY 379
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto KY 80; KY 379
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Steve Wariner Drive
3
Continue on KY 80
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Steve Warriner Drive
4
Turn left onto US 127
45 mi
·
51 min
·
US 127
5
Turn left onto US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Danville Bypass
6
Turn left onto US 150; KY 52
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Perryville Road
7
Turn right onto KY 1822
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Quirks Run Road
8
Turn straight onto US 68
365 ft
·
11 sec
·
Perryville Road
9
Turn left onto Bugg Road
7 ft
·
0 sec
·
Bugg Road
10
Arrive at destination
Bugg Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from Russell Springs, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 58.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
KY 80; KY 379 / Steve Wariner Drive
Turn right onto KY 80; KY 379 / Steve Wariner Drive
Navigation decision point
3
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 127
Turn left onto US 127
Navigation decision point
3
49.8 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 150; KY 52 / Perryville Road
Turn left onto US 150; KY 52 / Perryville Road
Navigation decision point
3
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
KY 1822 / Quirks Run Road
Turn right onto KY 1822 / Quirks Run Road
Navigation decision point
5
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
Bugg Road
Turn left onto Bugg Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.10 one way
$18.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.99 | $19.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.20 | $22.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.85 | $25.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.11 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.09 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Nevada, KY
Afternoon in Nevada on Saturday
Local time
3:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Liberty, KY
29 mi in
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
58.2 mi in 1h 12m, mostly highway — 45.3 mi of that is on US 127.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.3 mi on US 127.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 127 and Perryville Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near KY 80; KY 379 / Steve Wariner Drive.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Russell Springs, KY to Nevada, KY is easy. At 1h 12m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (KY 80; KY 379 / Steve Wariner Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 127): Navigation decision point; at 49.8 miles (US 150; KY 52 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 58.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.3 miles on US 127. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (KY 80; KY 379 / Steve Wariner Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 127): Navigation decision point; at 49.8 miles (US 150; KY 52 / Perryville Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Camp Nelson National Monument and Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nevada, KY before heading back.
How this page is built
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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