How far is Crab Orchard, KY from Hustonville, KY?
The driving distance from Crab Orchard, KY to Hustonville, KY is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17 miles (27.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 29m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Lincoln County, Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crab Orchard and Hustonville.
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Start on Lancaster Street
606 ft · 19 sec · Lancaster Street
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Turn sharp right onto Stanford Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Stanford Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
8 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto Cordier Road
791 ft · 38 sec · Cordier Road
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Hustonville Street
9.3 mi · 16 min · Hustonville Street
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Continue on Main Street
2166 ft · 45 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Lyons Court
69 m · 10 sec · Lyons Court
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lyons Court
Car Route Details
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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.
Hustonville Street
Turn left onto Hustonville Street
9.3 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Crab Orchard and Mostly Cloudy near Hustonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crab Orchard to Hustonville?
The road trip is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stanford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Crab Orchard and 10.4 miles from Hustonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17 miles (27.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.89 one way or $5.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Crab Orchard and Mostly Cloudy near Hustonville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crab Orchard and Hustonville. Straight-line distance: 16.96 mi (27.3 km).
#1 Crab Orchard
Human settlement in Lincoln County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 822 |
| Coordinates | 37.4645300, -84.5066000 |
| Altitude | 290 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hustonville
Human settlement in Lincoln County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 368 |
| Coordinates | 37.4731300, -84.8157800 |
| Altitude | 300 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lyons Court (-84.815418, 37.473202)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.89 | $5.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.54 | $3.31 | $6.63 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $3.64 | $7.28 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $4.47 | $8.93 |
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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