How far is Pikeville, KY from Lexington, KY?
The driving distance from Pikeville, KY to Lexington, KY is about 143.5 miles (231 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.7 miles (181.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 02m 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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Halfway Point
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County seat in Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pikeville and Lexington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pikeville and Lexington.
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Start on 2nd Street
35 m · 7 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Caroline Avenue
79 m · 13 sec · Caroline Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hambley Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Hambley Boulevard
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Turn right onto Loraine Street
1017 ft · 24 sec · Loraine Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Mayo Trail
2067 ft · 35 sec · North Mayo Trail
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Take the ramp slight right
902 ft · 25 sec
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Continue straight
12 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
11.4 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right
1942 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left
36.3 mi · 41 min
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Continue on Mountain Parkway
57 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Mountain Parkway
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Merge slight left
9.6 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 859: Bluegrass Station
1602 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto Haley Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Haley Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Winchester Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Winchester Road
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Turn left onto Man O War Boulevard
5.3 mi · 9 min · Man O War Boulevard
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Turn right onto Pimlico Parkway
1.2 mi · 3 min · Pimlico Parkway
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Turn right onto Gainesway Drive
675 ft · 18 sec · Gainesway Drive
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Turn right onto Coldstream Drive
80 m · 9 sec · Coldstream Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Coldstream Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pikeville and Lexington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Mountain Parkway
Continue on Mountain Parkway
57 mi · 01h 01m
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 Likely leaving Pikeville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lexington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pikeville to Lexington?
The road trip is about 143.5 miles (231 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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?
Campton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70 miles from Pikeville and 73.6 miles from Lexington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.7 miles (181.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.8 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 1:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.08 one way or $38.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Pikeville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lexington.
Stop Ideas Near Campton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Maysville
Ashland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pikeville and Lexington. Straight-line distance: 112.68 mi (181.34 km).
#1 Pikeville
City and county seat of Pike County, Kentucky
| Population | 6,432 |
| Coordinates | 37.4792700, -82.5187600 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lexington
The second most populous city in Kentucky.
| Population | 225,366 |
| Coordinates | 37.9886900, -84.4777200 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| Country | United States |
End: Coldstream Drive (-84.477478, 37.988621)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.08 | $38.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.52 | $43.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.55 | $47.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.84 | $53.68 |
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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