How far is Jeffersontown, KY from Douglass Hills, KY?
The driving distance from Jeffersontown, KY to Douglass Hills, KY is about 3.8 miles (6.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.1 miles (5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersontown and Douglass Hills.
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Start on the route
62 m · 17 sec
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Turn right onto Watterson Trail
2311 ft · 1 min · Watterson Trail
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Continue on Watterson Trail
1.8 mi · 4 min · Watterson Trail
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Turn left onto Moser Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Moser Road
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Turn right onto Whiteheath Lane
2279 ft · 2 min · Whiteheath Lane
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gatehouse Lane
156 m · 23 sec · Gatehouse Lane
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Turn right onto Rockstone Place
42 m · 6 sec · Rockstone Place
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rockstone Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jeffersontown and Douglass Hills.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Watterson Trail
Continue on Watterson Trail
1.83 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Jeffersontown and Showers And Thunderstorms near Douglass Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jeffersontown to Douglass Hills?
The road trip is about 3.8 miles (6.1 km) and usually takes 00h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Forest Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.9 miles from Jeffersontown and 1.9 miles from Douglass Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.1 miles (5 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.49 one way or $0.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Jeffersontown and Showers And Thunderstorms near Douglass Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Forest Hills
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jeffersontown and Douglass Hills. Straight-line distance: 3.08 mi (4.96 km).
#1 Jeffersontown
City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 27,562 |
| Coordinates | 38.1942400, -85.5644000 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Douglass Hills
City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 5,714 |
| Coordinates | 38.2378500, -85.5527400 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
End: Douglass Hills (-85.55274, 38.23785)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.49 | $0.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.55 | $1.11 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $0.61 | $1.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $0.69 | $1.38 |
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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