How far is Meads, KY from Elkfork, KY?
The driving distance from Meads, KY to Elkfork, KY is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meads and Elkfork.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meads and Elkfork.
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Start on the route
17 m · 4 sec
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Continue on Midland Trail Road
108 m · 17 sec · Midland Trail Road
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Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
34 m · 6 sec · Marsh Hill Drive
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Turn right onto US Route 60
1389 ft · 29 sec · US Route 60
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Continue on US Route 60
2.3 mi · 4 min · US Route 60
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Turn right
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the ramp slight right
2557 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
9.1 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 1, KY 7: Grayson, Maysville
1517 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Carol Malone Boulevard
2.6 mi · 4 min · Carol Malone Boulevard
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Continue on Newfoundland Road
20.6 mi · 31 min · Newfoundland Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Wrigley Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Wrigley Road
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Turn left onto Wells Creek Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · Wells Creek Road
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Continue on Wells Creek Road
5.9 mi · 11 min · Wells Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Staffordsville Road
4.1 mi · 7 min · Staffordsville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Staffordsville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meads and Elkfork.
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.
Newfoundland Road
Continue on Newfoundland Road
20.6 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Meads and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Elkfork.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meads to Elkfork?
The road trip is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Grayson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Meads and 27.3 miles from Elkfork.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.39 one way or $14.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Meads and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Elkfork.
Stop Ideas Near Grayson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grayson.
Ashland Transportation Center
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Huntington
Maysville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meads and Elkfork. Straight-line distance: 38.56 mi (62.06 km).
#1 Meads
A census-designated place located in Meade County, Kentucky.
| Population | 288,649 |
| Coordinates | 38.4125800, -82.7090500 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elkfork
Elkfork is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9648100, -83.1329500 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elkfork (-83.13295, 37.96481)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $3.83 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.42 | $8.53 | $17.06 |
| Premium | $4.85 | $9.36 | $18.73 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
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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