How far is Bowling Green, KY from Leitchfield, KY?
The driving distance from Bowling Green, KY to Leitchfield, KY is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.8 miles (56 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 27m 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 01h 13m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Edmonson County, Kentucky, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bowling Green and Leitchfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowling Green and Leitchfield.
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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
1885 ft · 36 sec · East 6th Avenue
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Turn right onto Kentucky Street
2618 ft · 1 min · Kentucky Street
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Continue on Louisville Road
12.9 mi · 18 min · Louisville Road
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Turn left onto South Chalybeate Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Chalybeate Road
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Continue on Chaleybeate Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · Chaleybeate Road
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Continue on Brownsville Road
1 km · 57 sec · Brownsville Road
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Turn straight onto South Main Street
20.5 mi · 32 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Anneta Road
6 mi · 9 min · Anneta Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
138 m · 16 sec · Public Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Public Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bowling Green and Leitchfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Main Street
Turn straight onto South Main Street
20.5 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 Leitchfield?
The road trip is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Brownsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Bowling Green and 24.4 miles from Leitchfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.8 miles (56 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 4:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.49 one way or $12.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Bowling Green and Showers And Thunderstorms near Leitchfield.
Stop Ideas Near Brownsville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Madisonville, KY
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowling Green and Leitchfield. Straight-line distance: 34.83 mi (56.05 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 Leitchfield
City in Grayson County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 6,819 |
| Coordinates | 37.4800500, -86.2938600 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
End: Leitchfield (-86.29386, 37.48005)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.49 | $12.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.32 | $14.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.00 | $16.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.12 | $18.25 |
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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