Origin
Taylor Mill, KY
Afternoon in Taylor Mill on Friday
Local time
1:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Taylor Mill, KY to Nicholasville, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
87.1 mi
140 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
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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Nicholasville, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Taylor Mill, KY to Nicholasville, KY covers 87.1 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Taylor Mill Road, Nicholasville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.8 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.62 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
43.5 miles from Taylor Mill, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 87.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 51m highway drive covering 87.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Taylor Mill Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 55.8 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,000 ft
858 ft
Total Climb
232 ft
Total Descent
156 ft
Highest Point
1,000 ft
~80.9 mi in
Elevation Range
142 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Taylor Mill Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.2 miles in near KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles (KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 14.8 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
6
14.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway
Turn right onto KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
14.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Lexington
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
6
14.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75 toward I 75 South: Lexington
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
8
70.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward KY 922: Airport, Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 115
Toward KY 922: Airport, Lexington
6
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
KY 922 / Newtown Pike
Turn right onto KY 922 / Newtown Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Taylor Mill, KY to Nicholasville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
Lexington
70.7 mi in
|
~1h 25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 55.8 mi | 59m |
| Taylor Mill Road | 7.8 mi | 13m |
| Nicholasville Road | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Lexington Road | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Walton Nicholson Pike | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Newtown Pike | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Oliver Lewis Way | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 55.8 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor Mill, KY and Nicholasville, KY.
1
Start on KY 3716
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Taylor Mill Road
2
Turn left onto KY 16
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Taylor Mill Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on KY 16
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Walton Nicholson Pike
4
Continue on KY 16
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Walton Nicholson Road
5
Turn right onto US 25; KY 16
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Dixie Highway
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on US 25; KY 16
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
7
Turn right onto Old Beaver Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Old Beaver Road
8
Continue on Stephenson Mill Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Stephenson Mill Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto School Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
School Road
10
Turn right onto KY 14; KY 16
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Mary Grubbs Highway
Use the right lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75 South: Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 115
Toward KY 922: Airport, Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto KY 922
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Newtown Pike
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on KY 922
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Oliver Lewis Way
16
Continue on Bolivar Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Bolivar Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto South Upper Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Upper Street
18
Turn straight onto South Limestone
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Limestone
19
Continue on US 27
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Nicholasville Road
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on US 27
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lexington Road
21
Turn left onto US 27 Business
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
US 27 Business
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 43.5 miles from Taylor Mill, KY, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.8 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 19 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.5 miles or 56m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nicholasville, 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 87.1 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Taylor Mill, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 55.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.5 mi from Taylor Mill, KY · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.5 miles from Taylor Mill, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nicholasville, KY
The final approach into Nicholasville, 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
$13.62 one way
$27.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.95 | $29.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.76 | $33.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.23 | $38.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.15 | $4.18 |
| Efficient EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.19 | $5.57 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Nicholasville, KY
Afternoon in Nicholasville on Friday
Local time
1:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Williamstown, KY
44 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
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 51m 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 Nicholasville, KY covers 87.1 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Taylor Mill Road, Nicholasville Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.5 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 $13.62 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles (KY 14; KY 16 / Mary Grubbs Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 14.8 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Taylor Mill, KY to Nicholasville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 858 ft to 1,000 ft elevation with about 232 ft of total climbing.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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