How far is Bowling Green, KY from Hurstbourne Acres, KY?
The driving distance from Bowling Green, KY to Hurstbourne Acres, KY is about 115.8 miles (186.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m 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 16m.
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 Hardin 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 Bowling Green and Hurstbourne Acres.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowling Green and Hurstbourne Acres.
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Start on the route
98 m · 29 sec
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
2228 ft · 1 min · Chestnut Street
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Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
761 ft · 13 sec · East 7th Avenue
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Continue on Fairview Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Fairview Avenue
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Continue on Cemetery Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Cemetery Road
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Take the ramp left
1569 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Interstate Highway 65
98.9 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Interstate Highway 65
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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
4.3 mi · 5 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 864: Beulah Church Road
1224 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto Beulah Church Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Beulah Church Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Fegenbush Lane
752 ft · 19 sec · Fegenbush Lane
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Turn right onto South Watterson Trail
1.8 mi · 4 min · South Watterson Trail
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Turn right onto South Hurstbourne Parkway
4.6 mi · 8 min · South Hurstbourne Parkway
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Turn left onto Bunsen Parkway
1694 ft · 1 min · Bunsen Parkway
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Turn left
710 ft · 57 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
37 m · 9 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 Bowling Green and Hurstbourne Acres.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Interstate Highway 65
Merge slight left onto Interstate Highway 65
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 Rain Showers leaving Bowling Green and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Hurstbourne Acres.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bowling Green to Hurstbourne Acres?
The road trip is about 115.8 miles (186.3 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Sonora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.9 miles from Bowling Green and 57.8 miles from Hurstbourne Acres.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 1:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.39 one way or $30.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Bowling Green and Hurstbourne Acres, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Bowling Green and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Hurstbourne Acres.
Stop Ideas Near Sonora
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowling Green and Hurstbourne Acres. Straight-line distance: 97.06 mi (156.2 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 Hurstbourne Acres
City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,894 |
| Coordinates | 38.2211800, -85.5891300 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hurstbourne Acres (-85.58913, 38.22118)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $15.39 | $30.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.35 | $34.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.99 | $37.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.64 | $43.28 |
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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