How far is Mount Vernon, KY from Ironville, KY?
The driving distance from Mount Vernon, KY to Ironville, KY is about 116.9 miles (188.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.3 miles (164.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 58m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Rowan County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Vernon and Ironville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon and Ironville.
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Start on Kastle Road
1149 ft · 41 sec · Kastle Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Sunset Drive
54 m · 15 sec · Sunset Drive
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Turn left onto South Ashland Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · South Ashland Avenue
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Turn left onto East Main Street
658 ft · 20 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Walton Avenue
2514 ft · 1 min · Walton Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Winchester Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · Winchester Road
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Turn left onto I 75 North: Ashland, Cincinnati, Louisville
1902 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
1105 ft · 14 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Winchester, Ashland
1.4 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
15.6 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight left
83.6 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 60
2188 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left
4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto US Route 60
4.6 mi · 7 min · US Route 60
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Continue on 13th Street
1363 ft · 28 sec · 13th Street
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Turn left onto Bob McCullough Drive
2602 ft · 1 min · Bob McCullough Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Roberts Drive
1520 ft · 44 sec · Roberts Drive
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Turn sharp left onto West Donta Road
2995 ft · 1 min · West Donta Road
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Turn right onto Pine Street
48 m · 9 sec · Pine Street
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Turn right onto Brett Street
160 m · 23 sec · Brett Street
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Continue on Tiffany Drive
116 m · 17 sec · Tiffany Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tiffany Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mount Vernon and Ironville.
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 East
Keep slight left
83.6 mi · 01h 30m
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 Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Mount Vernon and Chance Rain Showers near Ironville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Vernon to Ironville?
The road trip is about 116.9 miles (188.1 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Lakeview Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58 miles from Mount Vernon and 58.8 miles from Ironville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.3 miles (164.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.54 one way or $31.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Mount Vernon and Chance Rain Showers near Ironville.
Stop Ideas Near Lakeview Heights
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 Lakeview Heights.
Maysville
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Ashland Transportation Center
Huntington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Vernon and Ironville. Straight-line distance: 102.26 mi (164.57 km).
#1 Mount Vernon
City in Rockcastle County, Kentucky
| Population | 2,375 |
| Coordinates | 38.0256300, -84.4952200 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ironville
A city located in Lawrence County, Kentucky.
| Population | 288,649 |
| Coordinates | 38.4564700, -82.6923800 |
| Altitude | 219 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tiffany Drive (-82.692391, 38.456469)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 188 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $15.54 | $31.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.52 | $35.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.17 | $38.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.85 | $43.70 |
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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