How far is Hopkinsville, KY from Clay, KY?
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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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 Hopkinsville and Clay.
Route Summary
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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 Hopkinsville and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clay.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Hopkinsville to Clay?
The road trip is about 60 miles (96.6 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Mortons Gap is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30 miles from Hopkinsville and 30 miles from Clay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.9 miles (73.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.99 one way or $15.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hopkinsville and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clay.
Stop Ideas Near Mortons Gap
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkinsville and Clay.
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Start on Bethel Street
92 m · 17 sec · Bethel Street
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Turn right onto West 9th Street
1 km · 1 min · West 9th Street
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Turn left onto McLean Avenue
2451 ft · 45 sec · McLean Avenue
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Take the ramp left
816 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
1 km · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 281: Madisonville, Providence
1025 ft · 21 sec
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Turn left onto Island Ford Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Island Ford Road
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Continue on Nebo Road
8.5 mi · 13 min · Nebo Road
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Continue on Main Street
2793 ft · 47 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Nebo Road
5.6 mi · 8 min · Nebo Road
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Continue on North Broadway Street
5.1 mi · 8 min · North Broadway Street
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Continue on Main Street
2989 ft · 51 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hopkinsville and Clay. Straight-line distance: 45.94 mi (73.93 km).
#1 Hopkinsville
City in Christian County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 30,899 |
| Coordinates | 36.8656100, -87.4911700 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clay
Human settlement in Webster County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,091 |
| Coordinates | 37.4767100, -87.8200200 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clay (-87.82002, 37.47671)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 97 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.02 | $18.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.87 | $19.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.24 | $22.49 |
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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