How far is Prestonsburg, KY from Meads, KY?
The driving distance from Prestonsburg, KY to Meads, KY is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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 17m.
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 Lawrence County, Kentucky, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prestonsburg and Meads.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prestonsburg and Meads.
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Start on South Lake Drive
1 mi · 2 min · South Lake Drive
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Turn left
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
60.7 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Turn left
1610 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 180, US 60: Cannonsburg, Ashland
2768 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Continue on US Route 60
2 mi · 3 min · US Route 60
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Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
34 m · 9 sec · Marsh Hill Drive
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Turn left onto Midland Trail Road
125 m · 20 sec · Midland Trail Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Prestonsburg and Meads.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
60.7 mi · 01h 09m
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 leaving Prestonsburg and Cloudy near Meads.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prestonsburg to Meads?
The road trip is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Louisa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.9 miles from Prestonsburg and 36 miles from Meads.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.2 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 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.28 one way or $20.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Prestonsburg and Cloudy near Meads.
Stop Ideas Near Louisa
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 Louisa.
Huntington
Ashland Transportation Center
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Charleston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prestonsburg and Meads. Straight-line distance: 51.72 mi (83.23 km).
#1 Prestonsburg
City and county seat of Floyd County, Kentucky
| Population | 3,460 |
| Coordinates | 37.6656500, -82.7715500 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Meads
A census-designated place located in Meade County, Kentucky.
| Population | 288,649 |
| Coordinates | 38.4125800, -82.7090500 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-82.708783, 38.41275)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $4.05 | $10.28 | $20.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.61 | $11.72 | $23.44 |
| Premium | $5.06 | $12.86 | $25.72 |
| Diesel | $6.24 | $15.86 | $31.71 |
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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