How far is Lebanon Junction, KY from Hopkinsville, KY?
The driving distance from Lebanon Junction, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is about 139.2 miles (224.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.6 miles (189.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 04m 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 02h 32m.
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City in Kentucky, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lebanon Junction and Hopkinsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon Junction and Hopkinsville.
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Start on Main Street
777 ft · 18 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Preston Highway
1 km · 56 sec · Preston Highway
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Turn left
1610 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kentucky Turnpike
13 mi · 14 min · Kentucky Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
1079 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
1286 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Paducah, Elizabethtown
1710 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi · 1 hr 45 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville
1850 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
86 m · 3 sec
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Continue straight
24.7 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 68, KY 80
1230 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 68, KY 80
56 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto McLean Avenue
1718 ft · 30 sec · McLean Avenue
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Turn right onto East 9th Street
1 km · 1 min · East 9th Street
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Turn left 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 Lebanon Junction and Hopkinsville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Western Kentucky Parkway
Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi · 01h 45m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lebanon Junction to Hopkinsville?
The road trip is about 139.2 miles (224.1 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Beaver Dam is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.6 miles from Lebanon Junction and 69.7 miles from Hopkinsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.6 miles (189.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.6 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 1:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.52 one way or $37.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Lebanon Junction and Hopkinsville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lebanon Junction and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hopkinsville.
Stop Ideas Near Beaver Dam
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lebanon Junction and Hopkinsville. Straight-line distance: 117.55 mi (189.18 km).
#1 Lebanon Junction
City in Bullitt County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,970 |
| Coordinates | 37.8345100, -85.7319000 |
| Altitude | 140 |
| 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: 224 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $18.52 | $37.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.88 | $41.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.85 | $45.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.04 | $52.09 |
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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