How far is Columbia, KY from Bowling Green, KY?
The driving distance from Columbia, KY to Bowling Green, KY is about 69.6 miles (112 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.2 miles (101.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 23m 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 11m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Barren County, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Bowling Green.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Bowling Green.
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Start on Public Square
9 m · 1 sec · Public Square
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Exit the rotary onto Burkesville Street
2.8 mi · 4 min · Burkesville Street
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Take the exit slight right toward Cumberland Parkway West, Glasgow
1158 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cumberland Parkway
46.1 mi · 49 min · Cumberland Parkway
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Continue on Cumberland Parkway
1612 ft · 20 sec · Cumberland Parkway
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Continue on Cumberland Expressway
1.2 km · 2 min · Cumberland Expressway
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Merge slight left
16.5 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 234: Bowling Green
1288 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Cemetery Road
1 mi · 2 min · Cemetery Road
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Continue on Fairview Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Fairview Avenue
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Continue on East 6th Avenue
1072 ft · 26 sec · East 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
2647 ft · 1 min · Chestnut Street
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Turn right
121 m · 34 sec
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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 Columbia and Bowling Green.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Cumberland Parkway
Merge slight left onto Cumberland Parkway
46.1 mi · 00h 49m
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 Columbia and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bowling Green.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Bowling Green?
The road trip is about 69.6 miles (112 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Glasgow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.1 miles from Columbia and 34.5 miles from Bowling Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.2 miles (101.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 4:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.28 one way or $18.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Columbia and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bowling Green.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Bowling Green. Straight-line distance: 63.19 mi (101.7 km).
#1 Columbia
City in Adair County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 4,902 |
| Coordinates | 37.1028400, -85.3063500 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bowling Green
The most populous city in Warren County, Kentucky.
| Population | 70,631 |
| Coordinates | 36.9903200, -86.4436000 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Street (-86.443913, 36.990612)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.28 | $18.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.46 | $20.92 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.45 | $22.90 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
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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