How far is Cynthiana, KY from Bowling Green, KY?
Here are the driving distances between Cynthiana, KY and Bowling Green, KY:
- Taking I-65 S, the most direct highway route, it is approximately 94 miles (151 km) from Cynthiana to Bowling Green. This drive takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes in normal traffic.
- Driving on US-27 S and then US-68 W/KY-80 W is slightly longer at 101 miles (163 km). This route takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- Taking more backroad routes like KY-36 W, KY-536 W and KY-101 S adds even more distance, approximately 115 miles (185 km) and over 2 hours drive time.
- As the crow flies, the straight line distance between Cynthiana and Bowling Green is about 80 miles (129 km).
So in summary, the typical driving distance by highways between Cynthiana and Bowling Green is around 95-100 miles, equating to a 1 hour 30 minute to 1 hour 45 minute drive under normal conditions. The shortest distance is about 80 miles as the crow flies. Backroads can add 15-20 extra miles.
Fastest route
The driving distance between Cynthiana, Kentucky and Bowling Green, Kentucky is 188.4 miles (303 kilometers) via US-62 E. The drive time is about 3 hours and 1 minute.
Here are the steps for the most direct route:
- Head northeast on Scottsville Rd toward Scottsville.
- Turn left onto KY-15 N.
- Keep left at the fork to continue onto KY-15 N, follow signs for Bardstown.
- Take exit 93 for US-60 E/Lexington Rd toward Bardstown/Lexington.
- Merge onto US-60 E.
- Keep left at the fork and continue onto US-60 E.
- Take exit 72A to merge onto KY-353 N/Russell Cave Rd.
- Turn right onto US-62 E/Leesburg Pike.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Leesburg Pike.
- Continue onto Paris Pike.
- Slight right onto W Bridge St.
- Turn left onto S Church St.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cynthiana and Bowling Green.
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Start on North Church Street
1023 ft · 35 sec · North Church Street
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Turn right onto West Bridge Street
999 ft · 30 sec · West Bridge Street
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Turn left onto John Hunt Morgan Bridge
108 m · 10 sec · John Hunt Morgan Bridge
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Continue on Paris Pike
1.7 mi · 3 min · Paris Pike
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Leesburg Pike
40 m · 6 sec · Leesburg Pike
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Exit the roundabout onto Leesburg Pike
3.5 mi · 5 min · Leesburg Pike
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Turn left
82 m · 12 sec
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Continue on Russell Cave Road
19.8 mi · 30 min · Russell Cave Road
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Turn right onto West New Circle Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · West New Circle Road
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Take the exit slight right toward US 60 West: Versailles
1848 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Versailles Road
4.5 mi · 6 min · Versailles Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Lexington Road
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Take the exit slight right toward Elizabethtown
1.1 km · 1 min
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Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
70.6 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Bluegrass Parkway
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Keep slight left
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
67 mi · 1 hr 12 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 Cynthiana and Bowling Green.
Highway-focused drive
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Bluegrass Parkway
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70.6 mi · 01h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Cynthiana and Sunny near Bowling Green.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cynthiana to Bowling Green?
The road trip is about 183.2 miles (294.8 km) and usually takes 03h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bardstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90 miles from Cynthiana and 93.2 miles from Bowling Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.2 miles (245 km), while the road route adds roughly 31 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:56 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.36 one way or $48.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Cynthiana and Bowling Green, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cynthiana and Sunny near Bowling Green.
Stop Ideas Near Bardstown
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cynthiana and Bowling Green. Straight-line distance: 152.2 mi (244.95 km).
#1 Cynthiana
City in Harrison County, Kentucky, in the United States
| Population | 6,300 |
| Coordinates | 38.3903500, -84.2941000 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| 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: 295 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $24.36 | $48.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.47 | $54.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.06 | $60.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.26 | $68.53 |
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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