How far is Hardinsburg, KY from Bowling Green, KY?
The driving distance from Hardinsburg, KY to Bowling Green, KY is about 63.9 miles (102.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 40m 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 01h 20m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Grayson County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hardinsburg and Bowling Green.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hardinsburg and Bowling Green.
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Start on 3rd Street
32 m · 8 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
4.7 mi · 7 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Allen Rhodes Road
76 m · 5 sec · Allen Rhodes Road
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Continue on Kirk-Glen Dean Road
4.5 mi · 8 min · Kirk-Glen Dean Road
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Turn left onto McQuady-Axtel Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · McQuady-Axtel Road
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Continue straight
17.9 mi · 26 min
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Continue on Bowling Green Road
7.4 mi · 12 min · Bowling Green Road
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Continue on Caneyville Road
6.3 mi · 11 min · Caneyville Road
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Continue on Reedyville Road
18.4 mi · 32 min · Reedyville Road
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Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Lane
576 ft · 10 sec · Veterans Memorial Lane
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Continue on West 6th Avenue
1176 ft · 22 sec · West 6th Avenue
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Continue on East 7th Avenue
2075 ft · 41 sec · East 7th Avenue
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Turn right onto Chestnut Street
2166 ft · 1 min · Chestnut Street
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Turn right
121 m · 34 sec
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Turn left
37 m · 9 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 Hardinsburg and Bowling Green.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Reedyville Road
Continue on Reedyville Road
18.4 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Hardinsburg and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bowling Green.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hardinsburg to Bowling Green?
The road trip is about 63.9 miles (102.8 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?
Caneyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.4 miles from Hardinsburg and 32.5 miles from Bowling Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 3:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.48 one way or $16.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Hardinsburg and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bowling Green.
Stop Ideas Near Caneyville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hardinsburg and Bowling Green. Straight-line distance: 54.58 mi (87.83 km).
#1 Hardinsburg
County seat of Breckinridge County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 2,345 |
| Coordinates | 37.7800600, -86.4605300 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| 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: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.48 | $16.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.57 | $19.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.47 | $20.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.93 | $23.87 |
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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