How far is Bowling Green, KY from Indian Hills, KY?
The driving distance from Bowling Green, KY to Indian Hills, KY is about 101.7 miles (163.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.1 miles (143.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
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.
Census designated place in Todd and Christian Counties, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bowling Green and Indian Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowling Green and Indian Hills.
-
1
Start on the route
98 m · 25 sec
-
2
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
1084 ft · 47 sec · Chestnut Street
-
3
Turn right onto East 13th Avenue
146 m · 27 sec · East 13th Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto State Street
1109 ft · 36 sec · State Street
-
5
Turn right onto College Heights Boulevard
2507 ft · 1 min · College Heights Boulevard
-
6
Continue on Avenue of Champions
2505 ft · 1 min · Avenue of Champions
-
7
Continue on Russellville Road
10.8 mi · 13 min · Russellville Road
-
8
Continue on Bowling Green Road
11.8 mi · 13 min · Bowling Green Road
-
9
Continue on East Jefferson Davis Highway
3.2 mi · 4 min · East Jefferson Davis Highway
-
10
Continue on Bowling Green Road
2964 ft · 52 sec · Bowling Green Road
-
11
Continue on Franklin Street
765 ft · 13 sec · Franklin Street
-
12
Continue on Franklin Road
1133 ft · 19 sec · Franklin Road
-
13
Continue on Franklin Street
114 m · 7 sec · Franklin Street
-
14
Continue on East 4th Street
3196 ft · 54 sec · East 4th Street
-
15
Turn right onto North Main Street
39 m · 6 sec · North Main Street
-
16
Turn left onto West 4th Street
69 m · 6 sec · West 4th Street
-
17
Continue on West 4th Street
1391 ft · 24 sec · West 4th Street
-
18
Continue on Hopkinsville Road
7.9 mi · 10 min · Hopkinsville Road
-
19
Continue straight
26.4 mi · 31 min
-
20
Turn right onto East 9th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East 9th Street
-
21
Continue on West 7th Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West 7th Street
-
22
Keep slight left to continue on Cadiz Road
9.2 mi · 11 min · Cadiz Road
-
23
Continue on Hopkinsville Road
3.6 mi · 4 min · Hopkinsville Road
-
24
Take the exit right toward US 68, KY 80: Hopkinsville, Cadiz
1612 ft · 39 sec
-
25
Merge slight left
20 mi · 21 min
-
26
Take the exit slight right toward KY 293: Princeton
1507 ft · 37 sec
-
27
Turn straight
42 m · 3 sec
-
28
Turn left
2309 ft · 50 sec
-
29
Continue straight
943 ft · 28 sec
-
30
Turn left onto Indian Hills Trail
1.1 mi · 4 min · Indian Hills Trail
-
31
Continue on Indian Hills Trail
3232 ft · 2 min · Indian Hills Trail
-
32
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bowling Green and Indian Hills.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Hopkinsville Road
Continue straight
26.4 mi · 00h 31m
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 Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Indian Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bowling Green to Indian Hills?
The road trip is about 101.7 miles (163.6 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Fairview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.8 miles from Bowling Green and 50.9 miles from Indian Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.1 miles (143.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 2:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.54 one way or $27.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bowling Green and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Indian Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Fairview
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fairview.
Clarksville, TN
Madisonville, KY
Nashville, TN
Paducah, KY
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowling Green and Indian Hills. Straight-line distance: 89.11 mi (143.41 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 Indian Hills
City in Lyon County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 2,971 |
| Coordinates | 37.0345000, -88.0578000 |
| Altitude | 112 |
| Country | United States |
End: Indian Hills (-88.0578, 37.0345)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $13.54 | $27.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.27 | $30.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.04 | $38.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Kentucky · Apr 17, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.