Origin
Versailles, KY
Late night in Versailles on Saturday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Versailles, KY to Jeffersontown, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 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
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Versailles, KY
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Jeffersontown, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Versailles, KY to Jeffersontown, KY covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Frankfort Road, Taylorsville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.7 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 54.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 2m highway drive covering 54.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Frankfort Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.7 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 38.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Frankfort Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 60 Business; US 62 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (US 60 Business; US 62 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 60 Business; US 62 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 60 Business; US 62 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
9.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
48.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyde...
8
50.9 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward KY 155: Taylorsville, Jeffersontown
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 23
Toward KY 155: Taylorsville, Jeffersontown
8
51.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Jeffersontown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Jeffersontown
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 38.7 mi | 41m |
| Frankfort Road | 6 mi | 6m |
| Taylorsville Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Frankfort Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Versailles Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Frankfort Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 38.7 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Versailles, KY and Jeffersontown, KY.
1
Start on US 60 Business
123 ft
·
6 sec
·
Lexington Street
2
Turn right onto US 60 Business; US 62
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Frankfort Street
4
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
472 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 60 Business; US 62
5
Turn left onto US 60; US 62
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Frankfort Road
6
Continue on US 60
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Frankfort Highway
7
Continue on US 60
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Versailles Road
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
9
Merge onto I 64
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
11
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 23
Toward KY 155: Taylorsville, Jeffersontown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
350 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Jeffersontown
Use the right lane.
14
Turn slight right onto KY 155
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Taylorsville Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto Neal Drive
232 ft
·
15 sec
·
Neal Drive
16
Turn left
37 ft
·
2 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.2 mi from Versailles, KY · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Versailles, 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
$8.52 one way
$17.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.36 | $18.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.49 | $20.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Jeffersontown, KY
Late night in Jeffersontown on Saturday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
26 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 2m 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 Versailles, KY to Jeffersontown, KY covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Frankfort Road, Taylorsville 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 27.2 miles from Versailles, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.52 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 54.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (US 60 Business; US 62 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Versailles, 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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