How far is Lawrenceburg, KY from Elizabethtown, KY?
The driving distance from Lawrenceburg, KY to Elizabethtown, KY is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Nelson County, Kentucky, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawrenceburg and Elizabethtown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrenceburg and Elizabethtown.
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Start on North Main Street
29 m · 6 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Woodford Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Woodford Street
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Turn left onto Old Frankfort Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Old Frankfort Road
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Continue straight
155 m · 10 sec
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Take the exit right
1884 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bluegrass Parkway
58.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Bluegrass Parkway
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Keep slight right
2137 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
1196 ft · 15 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
1576 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 62: Historic Downtown Elizabethtown, Elizabethtown
65 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto North Mulberry Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Mulberry Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Mulberry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lawrenceburg and Elizabethtown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Bluegrass Parkway
Merge slight left onto Bluegrass Parkway
58.2 mi · 01h 02m
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 Lawrenceburg and Sunny near Elizabethtown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawrenceburg to Elizabethtown?
The road trip is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Bloomfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.6 miles from Lawrenceburg and 32.8 miles from Elizabethtown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 4:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.82 one way or $17.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lawrenceburg and Sunny near Elizabethtown.
Stop Ideas Near Bloomfield
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bloomfield.
Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawrenceburg and Elizabethtown. Straight-line distance: 57.61 mi (92.72 km).
#1 Lawrenceburg
4th-class city in Anderson County, Kentucky, in the United States
| Population | 11,529 |
| Coordinates | 38.0373000, -84.8966200 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elizabethtown
County seat of Hardin County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 30,331 |
| Coordinates | 37.6939500, -85.8591300 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Mulberry Street (-85.859285, 37.694037)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $8.82 | $17.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.95 | $19.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
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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