How far is Elkton, KY from Bowling Green, KY?
The driving distance from Elkton, KY to Bowling Green, KY is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elkton and Bowling Green.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkton and Bowling Green.
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Start on North Main Street
31 m · 4 sec · North Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 6 toward Public Square
155 m · 12 sec · East Main Street
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Exit the rotary onto East Main Street
2486 ft · 50 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on East Jefferson Davis Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Jefferson Davis Highway
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Turn straight onto Williams Hill Road
966 ft · 21 sec · Williams Hill Road
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Turn right onto Russellville Road
13.3 mi · 16 min · Russellville Road
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Continue on West 4th Street
1391 ft · 25 sec · West 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 4th Street
70 m · 7 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
22 m · 2 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
3253 ft · 55 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn right onto Franklin Street
114 m · 6 sec · Franklin Street
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Continue on Franklin Road
1133 ft · 19 sec · Franklin Road
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Continue on Franklin Street
765 ft · 13 sec · Franklin Street
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Continue on Bowling Green Road
2964 ft · 52 sec · Bowling Green Road
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Continue on East Jefferson Davis Highway
3.2 mi · 4 min · East Jefferson Davis Highway
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Continue on Bowling Green Road
11.8 mi · 13 min · Bowling Green Road
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Continue on Russellville Road
10.8 mi · 13 min · Russellville Road
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Turn left onto University Boulevard
3164 ft · 1 min · University Boulevard
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Continue on Kentucky Street
2659 ft · 49 sec · Kentucky Street
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Turn right onto East 12th Avenue
143 m · 18 sec · East 12th Avenue
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Turn left onto Center Street
66 m · 8 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto East 12th Avenue
967 ft · 34 sec · East 12th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Street
124 m · 13 sec · State Street
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Turn uturn
56 m · 16 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 Elkton and Bowling Green.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Russellville Road
Turn right onto Russellville Road
13.3 mi · 00h 16m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Elkton and Mostly Sunny near Bowling Green.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elkton to Bowling Green?
The road trip is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Auburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.3 miles from Elkton and 22.6 miles from Bowling Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.00 one way or $11.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Elkton and Mostly Sunny near Bowling Green.
Stop Ideas Near Auburn
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elkton and Bowling Green. Straight-line distance: 41.19 mi (66.29 km).
#1 Elkton
Human settlement in Todd County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 2,157 |
| Coordinates | 36.8100400, -87.1541700 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| 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: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
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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