How far is Henderson, KY from Russellville, KY?
The driving distance from Henderson, KY to Russellville, KY is about 102 miles (164.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.6 miles (126.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 49m 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 54m.
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
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City in Hopkins 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 Henderson and Russellville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson and Russellville.
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Start on the route
30 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Washington Street
65 m · 10 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto South Green Street
1360 ft · 39 sec · South Green Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · 2nd Street
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Keep slight left to continue on 2nd Street
534 ft · 10 sec · 2nd Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1194 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight right
2 mi · 2 min
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Continue on I 69 South: Madisonville, Fulton
41.6 mi · 45 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 169 South: Hopkinsville
1.1 km · 43 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Elizabethtown
1750 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
19.7 mi · 21 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
1220 ft · 52 sec
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Merge left
33.5 mi · 38 min
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Turn left
2065 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
140 m · 11 sec · West 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
22 m · 2 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
25 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Henderson and Russellville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 69 South
Continue on I 69 South: Madisonville, Fulton
41.6 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Henderson and Chance Rain Showers near Russellville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Henderson to Russellville?
The road trip is about 102 miles (164.1 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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?
White Plains is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51 miles from Henderson and 51 miles from Russellville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.6 miles (126.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.4 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 2:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.58 one way or $27.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Henderson and Chance Rain Showers near Russellville.
Stop Ideas Near White Plains
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 Henderson and Russellville. Straight-line distance: 78.59 mi (126.48 km).
#1 Henderson
City in and county seat of Henderson County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 27,974 |
| Coordinates | 37.8361500, -87.5900100 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Russellville
City in Kentucky, USA
| Population | 7,167 |
| Coordinates | 36.8453200, -86.8872200 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: Russellville (-86.88722, 36.84532)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.58 | $27.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.31 | $30.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.75 | $33.51 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.09 | $38.19 |
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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