How far is Hodgenville, KY from Bowling Green, KY?
The driving distance from Hodgenville, KY to Bowling Green, KY is about 67.5 miles (108.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hodgenville and Bowling Green.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hodgenville and Bowling Green.
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Start on East Main Street
5 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Lincoln Square
96 m · 5 sec · South Lincoln Boulevard
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Exit the rotary onto South Lincoln Boulevard
2144 ft · 37 sec · South Lincoln Boulevard
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Turn right onto Tanner Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Tanner Road
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Turn right onto Sonora Road
6.6 mi · 12 min · Sonora Road
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Continue on East Western Avenue
1876 ft · 44 sec · East Western Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1783 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
54.3 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 234: Bowling Green
1288 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Cemetery Road
1 mi · 2 min · Cemetery Road
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Continue on Fairview Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Fairview Avenue
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Continue on East 6th Avenue
1072 ft · 26 sec · East 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
2647 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 Hodgenville and Bowling Green.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Western Avenue
Merge slight left
54.3 mi · 00h 58m
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 leaving Hodgenville 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 Hodgenville to Bowling Green?
The road trip is about 67.5 miles (108.7 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Horse Cave is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Hodgenville and 33.5 miles from Bowling Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.6 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.01 one way or $18.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Hodgenville and Bowling Green, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hodgenville and Mostly Sunny near Bowling Green.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hodgenville and Bowling Green. Straight-line distance: 55.88 mi (89.93 km).
#1 Hodgenville
City in of LaRue County, Kentucky, in the United States
| Population | 3,255 |
| Coordinates | 37.5739500, -85.7399600 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| 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: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $9.01 | $18.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.16 | $20.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.12 | $22.25 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.68 | $25.35 |
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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