Origin
Taylor Mill, KY
Afternoon in Taylor Mill on Friday
Local time
3:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Taylor Mill, KY to Jeffersontown, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
102.9 mi
166 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Taylor Mill, KY
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Jeffersontown, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Taylor Mill, KY to Jeffersontown, KY covers 102.9 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Wayman Branch Road, Madison Pike, Richardson Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.5 miles from Taylor Mill, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 102.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 42m drive with frequent turns across 102.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wayman Branch Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Taylor Mill, KY to Jeffersontown, KY is easy. At 1h 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Taylor Mill, KY to Jeffersontown, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wayman Branch Road | — | — |
| Madison Pike | — | — |
| Richardson Road | — | — |
| Turkeyfoot Road | — | — |
| Dixie Highway | — | — |
| Mount Zion Road | — | — |
| KY 536 East | — | — |
| I 75 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Wayman Branch Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor Mill, KY and Jeffersontown, KY.
1
Start on Taylor Mill Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Taylor Mill Road
2
Continue on Wayman Branch Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Wayman Branch Road
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Madison Pike
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Madison Pike
4
Continue on Madison Pike
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Pike
5
Turn right onto Richardson Road
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Richardson Road
6
Turn left onto Turkeyfoot Road
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Turkeyfoot Road
7
Turn right onto Richardson Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Richardson Road
8
Turn left onto Dixie Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Dixie Highway
9
Turn slight right
151 ft
·
6 sec
10
Turn slight right onto Mount Zion Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Mount Zion Road
11
Turn right onto KY 536 East
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
KY 536 East
12
Take the ramp slight left toward I 75, I 71
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75, I 71
13
Merge slight left
4.9 mi
·
5 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Louisville
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 71 South: Louisville
15
Take the exit slight right toward KY 329: Crestwood, Pewee Valley
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
KY 329: Crestwood, Pewee Valley
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto Halls Hill Road
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Halls Hill Road
17
Turn right
1.6 mi
·
2 min
18
Turn left onto Ballardsville Road
79 ft
·
4 sec
·
Ballardsville Road
19
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
472 ft
·
13 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
20
Turn right onto Lagrange Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lagrange Road
21
Continue on La Grange Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
La Grange Road
22
Continue on Lagrange Road
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Lagrange Road
23
Continue on La Grange Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
La Grange Road
24
Turn left onto I 265 South, KY 841 South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 265 South, KY 841 South
25
Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
26
Take the exit slight right toward KY 155: Taylorsville, Jeffersontown
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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KY 155: Taylorsville, Jeffersontown
27
Keep slight right to continue on Jeffersontown
351 ft
·
9 sec
·
Jeffersontown
28
Turn slight right onto Taylorsville Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Taylorsville Road
29
Turn right onto Neal Drive
233 ft
·
15 sec
·
Neal Drive
30
Turn left
36 ft
·
3 sec
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 51.5 miles from Taylor Mill, KY, or about 51m into the drive.
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 23 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.5 miles or 51m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersontown, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Taylor Mill, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Taylor Mill, KY
This is one driving day of about 102.9 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Taylor Mill, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.5 mi from Taylor Mill, KY · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.5 miles from Taylor Mill, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jeffersontown, KY
The final approach into Jeffersontown, 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
$16.09 one way
$32.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.66 | $35.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.80 | $39.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.72 | $45.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.80 | $4.94 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $9.00 | $4.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.2 | 0 | $14.41 | $6.59 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Jeffersontown, KY
Afternoon in Jeffersontown on Friday
Local time
3:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Carrollton, KY
51 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 42m 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 Taylor Mill, KY to Jeffersontown, KY covers 102.9 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wayman Branch Road, Madison Pike, Richardson Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.5 miles from Taylor Mill, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.09 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 Taylor Mill, KY to Jeffersontown, KY is easy. At 1h 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Taylor Mill, KY to Jeffersontown, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Taylor Mill, KY to Jeffersontown, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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