How far is Elizabethtown, KY from Highview, KY?
The driving distance from Elizabethtown, KY to Highview, KY is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.6 miles (54 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Bullitt County, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elizabethtown and Highview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown and Highview.
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Start on North Mulberry Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Mulberry Street
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Take the ramp slight left
1136 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
30.4 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 265 East, KY 841 East: Gene Snyder Freeway
3124 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
4.3 mi · 5 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 864: Beulah Church Road
1224 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto Beulah Church Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Beulah Church Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Fegenbush Lane
1.1 km · 1 min · Fegenbush Lane
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Turn left onto Highview Drive
34 m · 5 sec · Highview Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highview Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elizabethtown and Highview.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North Mulberry Street
Merge slight left
30.4 mi · 00h 33m
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 Elizabethtown and Sunny near Highview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elizabethtown to Highview?
The road trip is about 39.6 miles (63.7 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?
Shepherdsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Elizabethtown and 19.8 miles from Highview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.6 miles (54 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.28 one way or $10.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Elizabethtown and Sunny near Highview.
Stop Ideas Near Shepherdsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elizabethtown and Highview. Straight-line distance: 33.55 mi (54 km).
#1 Elizabethtown
County seat of Hardin County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 30,331 |
| Coordinates | 37.6939500, -85.8591300 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Highview
City in Louisville, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 15,167 |
| Coordinates | 38.1428500, -85.6241300 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highview (-85.62413, 38.14285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.28 | $10.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.95 | $11.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.52 | $13.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.43 | $14.85 |
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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