How far is Flemingsburg, KY from Louisville, KY?
The driving distance from Flemingsburg, KY to Louisville, KY is about 135.2 miles (217.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.4 miles (177.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Scott County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Flemingsburg and Louisville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flemingsburg and Louisville.
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Start on West Water Street
16 m · 5 sec · West Water Street
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Turn right onto South Main Cross Street
1250 ft · 25 sec · South Main Cross Street
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Continue on Elizaville Avenue
5.6 mi · 10 min · Elizaville Avenue
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Turn right
6.2 mi · 11 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
26.1 mi · 32 min
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Continue on East Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Bank Row Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Bank Row Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Lexington Road
6.8 mi · 8 min · Lexington Road
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Continue on Paris Pike
5.9 mi · 7 min · Paris Pike
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Continue on North Broadway
1107 ft · 18 sec · North Broadway
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Take the exit right toward I 75 North, I 64 West: Cincinnati, Louisville
2356 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
70.1 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 3rd Street, River Road, Downtown
1223 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on North 3rd Street
1839 ft · 40 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Jefferson Street
1181 ft · 44 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Jefferson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Flemingsburg and Louisville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 64 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 64 West: Frankfort, Louisville
70.1 mi · 01h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Flemingsburg and Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Louisville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Flemingsburg to Louisville?
The road trip is about 135.2 miles (217.6 km) and usually takes 02h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stamping Ground is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.5 miles from Flemingsburg and 70.8 miles from Louisville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.4 miles (177.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.99 one way or $35.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Flemingsburg and Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Louisville.
Stop Ideas Near Stamping Ground
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Maysville
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Louisville, Kentucky
Cincinnati, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Flemingsburg and Louisville. Straight-line distance: 110.39 mi (177.65 km).
#1 Flemingsburg
City in Fleming County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 2,804 |
| Coordinates | 38.4223000, -83.7338100 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Louisville
The nineteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Louisville metropolitan area.
| Population | 760,026 |
| Coordinates | 38.2542400, -85.7594100 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Jefferson Street (-85.759435, 38.254101)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.29 | $40.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.20 | $44.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.30 | $50.60 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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