How far is Jeffersontown, KY from Shelbyville, KY?
The driving distance from Jeffersontown, KY to Shelbyville, KY is about 21.8 miles (35.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m 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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Human settlement in Shelby County, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jeffersontown and Shelbyville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersontown and Shelbyville.
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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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Turn right onto Ruckriegel Parkway
1078 ft · 31 sec · Ruckriegel Parkway
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Turn left onto Blankenbaker Access Drive
2657 ft · 45 sec · Blankenbaker Access Drive
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Turn left onto Blankenbaker Parkway
2 mi · 3 min · Blankenbaker Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 64 East: Lexington
2150 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
14.1 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 55: Shelbyville, Taylorsville
1398 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Taylorsville Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Taylorsville Road
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Turn right onto Midland Trail
1.4 mi · 2 min · Midland Trail
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Continue on Main Street
3161 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto 10th Street
60 m · 5 sec · 10th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 10th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jeffersontown and Shelbyville.
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.
I 64 East
Merge slight left
14.1 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Jeffersontown and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Shelbyville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jeffersontown to Shelbyville?
The road trip is about 21.8 miles (35.1 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?
Simpsonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.9 miles from Jeffersontown and 10.9 miles from Shelbyville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 7:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.90 one way or $5.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Jeffersontown and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Shelbyville.
Stop Ideas Near Simpsonville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jeffersontown and Shelbyville. Straight-line distance: 18.55 mi (29.85 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 Shelbyville
Township in Shelby County, Illinois
| Population | 16,790 |
| Coordinates | 38.2120100, -85.2235700 |
| Altitude | 232 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shelbyville (-85.22357, 38.21201)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $2.90 | $5.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.27 | $6.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.58 | $7.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
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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