How far is Hopkinsville, KY from Hickman, KY?
The driving distance from Hopkinsville, KY to Hickman, KY is about 123.1 miles (198.1 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.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hopkinsville and Hickman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkinsville and Hickman.
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Start on Bethel Street
92 m · 21 sec · Bethel Street
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Turn left onto West 9th Street
1470 ft · 25 sec · West 9th Street
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Continue on West 7th Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West 7th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Cadiz Road
9.2 mi · 11 min · Cadiz Road
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Continue on Hopkinsville Road
3.6 mi · 4 min · Hopkinsville Road
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Take the exit right toward US 68, KY 80: Hopkinsville, Cadiz
1612 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
39.5 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight left
50.2 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Clinton, Fulton
1384 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Nolan Avenue
2.4 mi · 3 min · Nolan Avenue
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Turn left
16 mi · 24 min
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Turn left onto Troy Avenue
17 m · 2 sec · Troy Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Troy Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hopkinsville and Hickman.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 68
Keep slight left
50.2 mi · 00h 54m
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 Hopkinsville and Sunny near Hickman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hopkinsville to Hickman?
The road trip is about 123.1 miles (198.1 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 61.5 miles from Hopkinsville and 61.6 miles from Hickman.
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 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 Hopkinsville and Sunny near Hickman.
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 Hopkinsville and Hickman. Straight-line distance: 96.05 mi (154.58 km).
#1 Hopkinsville
City in Christian County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 30,899 |
| Coordinates | 36.8656100, -87.4911700 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hickman
City and county seat of Fulton County, Kentucky
| Population | 2,105 |
| Coordinates | 36.5711700, -89.1861800 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hickman (-89.18618, 36.57117)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 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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