How far is Elizabethtown, KY from London, KY?
The driving distance from Elizabethtown, KY to London, KY is about 125.8 miles (202.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105 miles (169 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
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City in Boyle County, Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elizabethtown and London.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown and London.
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Start on North Mulberry Street
2 mi · 3 min · North Mulberry Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1218 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
3127 ft · 38 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Lexington, Bardstown
1.5 km · 2 min
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Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
23.8 mi · 26 min · Bluegrass Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Bardstown
1394 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Springfield Road
5.6 mi · 6 min · Springfield Road
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Continue on Bardstown Road
9.2 mi · 11 min · Bardstown Road
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Keep slight left
28 m · 2 sec
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Keep slight right
24.3 mi · 28 min
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Turn right onto South Danville Bypass
5.5 mi · 7 min · South Danville Bypass
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Continue on Stanford Road
2 mi · 2 min · Stanford Road
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Continue on Danville Road
29 mi · 34 min · Danville Road
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Continue on South Daniel Boone Trail
2 mi · 3 min · South Daniel Boone Trail
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Take the ramp slight right
1159 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
17.9 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset
1174 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Hal Rogers Parkway
3237 ft · 1 min · Hal Rogers Parkway
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
41 m · 6 sec · East 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elizabethtown and London.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Danville Road
Continue on Danville Road
29 mi · 00h 34m
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 Elizabethtown and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near London.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elizabethtown to London?
The road trip is about 125.8 miles (202.5 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Perryville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.9 miles from Elizabethtown and 63 miles from London.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105 miles (169 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.8 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 1:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.74 one way or $33.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Elizabethtown and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near London.
Stop Ideas Near Perryville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elizabethtown and London. Straight-line distance: 104.99 mi (168.96 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 London
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 8,072 |
| Coordinates | 37.1289800, -84.0832600 |
| Altitude | 378 |
| Country | United States |
End: London (-84.08326, 37.12898)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 203 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $16.74 | $33.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.88 | $37.77 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.66 | $41.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.55 | $47.10 |
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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