How far is Glasgow, KY from Elizabethtown, KY?
The driving distance from Glasgow, KY to Elizabethtown, KY is about 53 miles (85.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.3 miles (77.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glasgow and Elizabethtown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glasgow and Elizabethtown.
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Start on West Main Street
96 m · 7 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North Race Street
3165 ft · 60 sec · North Race Street
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Turn left onto Happy Valley Road
9.4 mi · 14 min · Happy Valley Road
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Continue on East Happy Valley Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · East Happy Valley Street
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Continue straight
693 ft · 15 sec
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Take the exit right
1561 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
37.8 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Western Kentucky Parkway West, KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah
975 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 31W, KY 61: Hodgenville
2181 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
679 ft · 18 sec · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Turn sharp left onto East Dixie Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Dixie Avenue
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Turn right
41 m · 3 sec
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Turn left
36 m · 2 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on West Dixie Avenue
136 m · 11 sec · West Dixie Avenue
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Turn right onto North Mulberry Street
24 m · 1 sec · North Mulberry Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Mulberry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Glasgow and Elizabethtown.
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.
East Happy Valley Street
Merge slight left
37.8 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Glasgow and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elizabethtown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glasgow to Elizabethtown?
The road trip is about 53 miles (85.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Bonnieville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.2 miles from Glasgow and 26.8 miles from Elizabethtown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.3 miles (77.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.05 one way or $14.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Glasgow and Elizabethtown, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Bonnieville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glasgow and Elizabethtown. Straight-line distance: 48.32 mi (77.76 km).
#1 Glasgow
City in Barren County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 14,411 |
| Coordinates | 36.9958800, -85.9119200 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elizabethtown
County seat of Hardin County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 30,331 |
| Coordinates | 37.6939500, -85.8591300 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Mulberry Street (-85.859285, 37.694037)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.05 | $14.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.95 | $15.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.70 | $17.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.92 | $19.84 |
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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