How far is Bowling Green, KY from Breckinridge Center, KY?
The driving distance from Bowling Green, KY to Breckinridge Center, KY is about 120.6 miles (194.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.5 miles (147.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 46m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 23m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bowling Green and Breckinridge Center.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowling Green and Breckinridge Center.
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Start on the route
98 m · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Chestnut Street
1084 ft · 47 sec · Chestnut Street
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Turn right onto East 13th Avenue
146 m · 27 sec · East 13th Avenue
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Turn left onto State Street
1109 ft · 36 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto College Heights Boulevard
2507 ft · 1 min · College Heights Boulevard
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Continue on College Heights Boulevard
692 ft · 21 sec · College Heights Boulevard
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Continue on Old Morgantown Road
1 mi · 2 min · Old Morgantown Road
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Turn right onto Morgantown Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Morgantown Road
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Take the ramp right
1376 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
62.3 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 60 West, US 231 South: Henderson
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Wendell Ford Expressway
6.3 mi · 7 min · Wendell Ford Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Audubon Parkway West: Henderson
2333 ft · 57 sec
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Continue straight
23.2 mi · 25 min
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Continue on US 41 South: Madisonville
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 50 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41 South: Morganfield
1.5 km · 2 min
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Continue on Henderson Bypass
4.7 mi · 7 min · Henderson Bypass
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Turn left onto South Green Street
14.3 mi · 16 min · South Green Street
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Turn left onto East Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Road
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Turn right onto County Road C
1.4 km · 3 min · County Road C
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road C
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bowling Green and Breckinridge Center.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Morgantown Road
Merge slight left
62.3 mi · 01h 07m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bowling Green and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Breckinridge Center.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bowling Green to Breckinridge Center?
The road trip is about 120.6 miles (194.1 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Masonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.3 miles from Bowling Green and 60.3 miles from Breckinridge Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.5 miles (147.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.1 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.06 one way or $32.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bowling Green and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Breckinridge Center.
Stop Ideas Near Masonville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowling Green and Breckinridge Center. Straight-line distance: 91.48 mi (147.23 km).
#1 Bowling Green
The most populous city in Warren County, Kentucky.
| Population | 70,631 |
| Coordinates | 36.9903200, -86.4436000 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Breckinridge Center
Census-designated place in Union County, Kentucky
| Population | 2,080 |
| Coordinates | 37.6828200, -87.8630800 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| Country | United States |
End: Breckinridge Center (-87.86308, 37.68282)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.06 | $32.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.12 | $36.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.83 | $39.65 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.60 | $45.19 |
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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