How far is Dawson Springs, KY from Hopkinsville, KY?
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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 00h 46m.
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City in Kentucky, USA
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Driving Route Map
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Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Dawson Springs and Sunny near Hopkinsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dawson Springs to Hopkinsville?
The road trip is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Crofton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.1 miles from Dawson Springs and 13.1 miles from Hopkinsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.6 miles (38 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.47 one way or $6.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dawson Springs and Sunny near Hopkinsville.
Stop Ideas Near Crofton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dawson Springs and Hopkinsville.
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Start on South Main Street
2099 ft · 44 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Hamby Avenue
1152 ft · 23 sec · Hamby Avenue
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Turn left onto Scott Street
127 m · 9 sec · Scott Street
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Continue on Hospital Road
24.1 mi · 42 min · Hospital Road
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Turn left onto West 7th Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West 7th Street
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Turn straight onto West 9th Street
1470 ft · 29 sec · West 9th Street
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Turn right onto Bethel Street
92 m · 13 sec · Bethel Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bethel Street
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dawson Springs and Hopkinsville. Straight-line distance: 23.62 mi (38.01 km).
#1 Dawson Springs
City in Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 2,629 |
| Coordinates | 37.1672700, -87.6925100 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hopkinsville
City in Christian County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 30,899 |
| Coordinates | 36.8656100, -87.4911700 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hopkinsville (-87.49117, 36.86561)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.47 | $6.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.91 | $7.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.28 | $8.56 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.88 | $9.76 |
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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