How far is Ludlow, KY from Lexington-Fayette, KY?
The driving distance from Ludlow, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY is about 81.7 miles (131.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.2 miles (116.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 47m 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 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ludlow and Lexington-Fayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ludlow and Lexington-Fayette.
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Start on the route
33 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Davies Street
49 m · 9 sec · Davies Street
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Turn right onto Linden Street
1060 ft · 53 sec · Linden Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Adela Avenue
2448 ft · 1 min · Adela Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Deverill Street
1111 ft · 27 sec · Deverill Street
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Continue on Sleepy Hollow Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · Sleepy Hollow Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Dixie Highway
842 ft · 27 sec · Dixie Highway
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Turn left onto Kyles Lane
649 ft · 21 sec · Kyles Lane
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Take the ramp right toward I 71 South, I 75 South: Louisville, Lexington
1493 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
75.1 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
3139 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1 mi · 2 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto West New Circle Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · West New Circle Road
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Turn right onto Floyd Drive
937 ft · 27 sec · Floyd Drive
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Turn left
560 ft · 41 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ludlow and Lexington-Fayette.
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 71 South
Merge slight left
75.1 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ludlow and Rain Showers near Lexington-Fayette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ludlow to Lexington-Fayette?
The road trip is about 81.7 miles (131.5 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Williamstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.8 miles from Ludlow and 40.9 miles from Lexington-Fayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.2 miles (116.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 3:42 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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ludlow and Rain Showers near Lexington-Fayette.
Stop Ideas Near Williamstown
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ludlow and Lexington-Fayette. Straight-line distance: 72.21 mi (116.21 km).
#1 Ludlow
City in Kentucky
| Population | 4,506 |
| Coordinates | 39.0925600, -84.5474400 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: (-84.458548, 38.049815)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 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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