How far is Louisville, KY from Saint Matthews, KY?
The driving distance from Louisville, KY to Saint Matthews, KY is about 7.2 miles (11.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.6 miles (9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 24m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Louisville and Saint Matthews.
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Start on West Jefferson Street
78 m · 16 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto South 6th Street
87 m · 15 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left onto West Liberty Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · West Liberty Street
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Continue on Lexington Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · Lexington Road
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Turn straight onto Frankfort Avenue
118 m · 9 sec · Frankfort Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Shelbyville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Louisville and Saint Matthews.
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.
Lexington Road
Continue on Lexington Road
4.25 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Sunny leaving Louisville and Sunny near Saint Matthews.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Louisville to Saint Matthews?
The road trip is about 7.2 miles (11.6 km) and usually takes 00h 12m 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?
Seneca Gardens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3 miles from Louisville and 4.2 miles from Saint Matthews.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.6 miles (9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 8:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.94 one way or $1.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Louisville and Sunny near Saint Matthews.
Stop Ideas Near Seneca Gardens
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Louisville and Saint Matthews. Straight-line distance: 5.62 mi (9.05 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Saint Matthews
City
| Population | 17,985 |
| Coordinates | 38.2528500, -85.6557900 |
| Altitude | 168 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shelbyville Road (-85.655785, 38.252885)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 12 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.94 | $1.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.06 | $2.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.16 | $2.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.33 | $2.65 |
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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