How far is Elizabethtown, KY from Middletown, KY?
The driving distance from Elizabethtown, KY to Middletown, KY is about 51.9 miles (83.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m 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 01h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Bullitt County, Kentucky, United States of America
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 Elizabethtown and Middletown.
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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
15.8 mi · 18 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 60: Middletown, Eastwood
1796 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 60: Middletown, Eastwood
57 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Shelbyville Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Shelbyville Road
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Turn left onto North Madison Avenue
143 m · 20 sec · North Madison Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
69 m · 13 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elizabethtown and Middletown.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Elizabethtown and Mostly Cloudy near Middletown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elizabethtown to Middletown?
The road trip is about 51.9 miles (83.5 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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 26 miles from Elizabethtown and 25.9 miles from Middletown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Elizabethtown and Mostly Cloudy near Middletown.
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 Middletown. Straight-line distance: 41.91 mi (67.44 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 Middletown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 7,898 |
| Coordinates | 38.2453500, -85.5388500 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: Middletown (-85.53885, 38.24535)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.78 | $15.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.52 | $17.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.71 | $19.41 |
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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