How far is Princeton, KY from Jeffersontown, KY?
The driving distance from Princeton, KY to Jeffersontown, KY is about 173.4 miles (279 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.3 miles (237 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Grayson 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 Princeton and Jeffersontown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Princeton and Jeffersontown.
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Start on East Market Street
22 m · 1 sec · East Market Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Market Street
30 m · 4 sec · West Market Street
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Turn right onto Alley 21
105 m · 18 sec · Alley 21
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Turn right onto West Locust Street
61 m · 14 sec · West Locust Street
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Turn left onto North Jefferson Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Jefferson Street
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Take the ramp slight right
2993 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
24.1 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
1783 ft · 22 sec · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
98.9 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
1955 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
3052 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
33.1 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 265 East, KY 841 East: Gene Snyder Freeway
3124 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
6.3 mi · 7 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31E, US 150: Louisville, Bardstown
2164 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto Bardstown Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Bardstown Road
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Turn right onto Seatonville Road
2182 ft · 45 sec · Seatonville Road
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Turn left onto Lovers Lane
1.4 mi · 3 min · Lovers Lane
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Billtown Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Billtown Road
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Turn right onto Watterson Trail
1354 ft · 50 sec · Watterson Trail
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Turn right
62 m · 15 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 Princeton and Jeffersontown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Western Kentucky Parkway
Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
98.9 mi · 01h 46m
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 Princeton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jeffersontown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Princeton to Jeffersontown?
The road trip is about 173.4 miles (279 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Caneyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.8 miles from Princeton and 87.6 miles from Jeffersontown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.3 miles (237 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.08 one way or $46.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Princeton and Jeffersontown, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Princeton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jeffersontown.
Stop Ideas Near Caneyville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Princeton and Jeffersontown. Straight-line distance: 147.28 mi (237.02 km).
#1 Princeton
City in Caldwell County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 6,063 |
| Coordinates | 37.1092200, -87.8819600 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jeffersontown
City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 27,562 |
| Coordinates | 38.1942400, -85.5644000 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Neal Drive (-85.564315, 38.194162)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.08 | $46.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.03 | $52.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.48 | $56.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.46 | $64.92 |
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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