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Louisville Major Streets and Roadways

The Bardstown road is a very popular area in Louisville. It showcases the culture and diversity that coexists in the city. Located in the heart of the highland, local trade thrives in this area. One can see coffee shops, apparel stores, art galleries, businesses, retail outlets and much more. Ear X-Tacy, a popular music store that has existed for several years in Louisville is also located here.

The Shawnee Expressway that is called the Henry Watterson Expressway in other parts is the main freeway that runs around the city of Louisville. Interstate highways such as I-64, I-65, I-71, I-264 and I-265 run in and around the city. Some of the main US highways also run through the city including streets like Main and Market Street, Baxter Avenue, Bardstown Road, Brownsboro Road, Lexington Road and more.

Streets running from north to south in the city of Louisville include 1st street, 2nd street, 3rd street and 4th street. There are also other like Preston Street and Jackson Street. Those running east to west include Oak Street, Hill Street, Liberty Street, Chestnut Street, Main Street and Market Street. 

Major Freeways, Highways, and Streets

  • I-64 - Traverses city from W to E
  • I-65 - Traverses city from N to S
  • I-71 - Branches from city center to NE
  • I-265 - Circles city outside
  • I-264 - Circles city inside