How far is Bowling Green, KY from Hardinsburg, KY?
The driving distance from Bowling Green, KY to Hardinsburg, KY is about 62.7 miles (100.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bowling Green and Hardinsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowling Green and Hardinsburg.
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Start on the route
98 m · 29 sec
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
2708 ft · 1 min · Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto East 6th Avenue
3090 ft · 56 sec · East 6th Avenue
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Lane
576 ft · 12 sec · Veterans Memorial Lane
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Turn right onto Gordon Avenue
18.4 mi · 32 min · Gordon Avenue
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Continue on Caneyville Road
6.3 mi · 11 min · Caneyville Road
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Continue on Bowling Green Road
7.4 mi · 12 min · Bowling Green Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Falls of Rough Road
16.2 mi · 23 min · Falls of Rough Road
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Continue on McQuady-Axtel Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · McQuady-Axtel Road
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Turn right onto Kirk-Glen Dean Road
4.5 mi · 8 min · Kirk-Glen Dean Road
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Turn right
4.7 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
32 m · 2 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bowling Green and Hardinsburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Gordon Avenue
Turn right onto Gordon Avenue
18.4 mi · 00h 32m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bowling Green to Hardinsburg?
The road trip is about 62.7 miles (100.9 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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 31.4 miles from Bowling Green and 31.3 miles from Hardinsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 3:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.33 one way or $16.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bowling Green and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hardinsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Caneyville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowling Green and Hardinsburg. Straight-line distance: 54.58 mi (87.83 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 Hardinsburg
County seat of Breckinridge County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 2,345 |
| Coordinates | 37.7800600, -86.4605300 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hardinsburg (-86.46053, 37.78006)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 101 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.33 | $16.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.40 | $18.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.29 | $20.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.72 | $23.44 |
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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