How far is Lexington-Fayette, KY from Hillview, KY?
The driving distance from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Hillview, KY is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
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Township in Shelby County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lexington-Fayette and Hillview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette and Hillview.
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Start on the route
560 ft · 43 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
937 ft · 25 sec · Floyd Drive
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Turn left onto East New Circle Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · East New Circle Road
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto I 75 North, I 64 West: Cincinnati, Louisville
2401 ft · 56 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
55.9 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward Interstate 265, KY 841 South: Gene Snyder Freeway
1408 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
13.5 mi · 16 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 61: Preston Highway
1361 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Shepherdsville
61 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Preston Highway
3.1 mi · 5 min · Preston Highway
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Turn right onto Windy Hill Spur
160 m · 23 sec · Windy Hill Spur
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Turn straight onto Summit Drive
1.4 km · 3 min · Summit Drive
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Turn right onto Beechland Road
114 m · 16 sec · Beechland Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Beechland Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lexington-Fayette and Hillview.
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
55.9 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Lexington-Fayette and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hillview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lexington-Fayette to Hillview?
The road trip is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Shelbyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.7 miles from Lexington-Fayette and 40.8 miles from Hillview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 3:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.86 one way or $21.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Lexington-Fayette and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hillview.
Stop Ideas Near Shelbyville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Louisville, Kentucky
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lexington-Fayette and Hillview. Straight-line distance: 66.76 mi (107.44 km).
#1 Lexington-Fayette
The most populous city in Kentucky and the center of the Lexington-Fayette metropolitan area.
| Population | 314,488 |
| Coordinates | 38.0498000, -84.4585500 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hillview
City in Bullitt County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 9,192 |
| Coordinates | 38.0697900, -85.6855100 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hillview (-85.68551, 38.06979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.25 | $24.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.40 | $26.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.28 | $30.55 |
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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