How far is Hickman, KY from Hopkinsville, KY?
The driving distance from Hickman, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is about 123.3 miles (198.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.1 miles (154.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 47m 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 02h 23m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hickman and Hopkinsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hickman and Hopkinsville.
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Start on Troy Avenue
17 m · 4 sec · Troy Avenue
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Turn right onto Moscow Avenue
16 mi · 24 min · Moscow Avenue
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Turn right
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
1199 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
49.1 mi · 53 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 24 East, I 69 North: Nashville, Henderson
40.6 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 68, KY 80: Cadiz, Hopkinsville
1538 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Hopkinsville Road
3.8 mi · 4 min · Hopkinsville Road
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Continue on Cadiz Road
9.2 mi · 11 min · Cadiz Road
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Continue on West 7th Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West 7th Street
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Turn straight onto West 9th Street
1470 ft · 29 sec · West 9th Street
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Turn right onto Bethel Street
92 m · 13 sec · Bethel Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bethel Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hickman and Hopkinsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Moscow Avenue
Merge slight left
49.1 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Sunny leaving Hickman and Sunny near Hopkinsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hickman to Hopkinsville?
The road trip is about 123.3 miles (198.5 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Benton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.6 miles from Hickman and 61.7 miles from Hopkinsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.1 miles (154.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 1:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.40 one way or $32.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hickman and Sunny near Hopkinsville.
Stop Ideas Near Benton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Benton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hickman and Hopkinsville. Straight-line distance: 96.05 mi (154.58 km).
#1 Hickman
City and county seat of Fulton County, Kentucky
| Population | 2,105 |
| Coordinates | 36.5711700, -89.1861800 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hopkinsville
City in Christian County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 30,899 |
| Coordinates | 36.8656100, -87.4911700 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hopkinsville (-87.49117, 36.86561)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 199 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $16.40 | $32.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.50 | $37.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.24 | $40.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.07 | $46.14 |
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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