How far is Murray, KY from Henderson, KY?
The driving distance from Murray, KY to Henderson, KY is about 130 miles (209.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.6 miles (150.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Murray and Henderson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murray and Henderson.
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Start on Main Street
41 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto North 12th Street
17.4 mi · 20 min · North 12th Street
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Continue straight
3056 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Purchase Parkway North: Calvert City
2516 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
9.6 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 24 East, I 69 North: Nashville, Henderson
14.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62, US 641: Eddyville
1489 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
66 m · 5 sec
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Turn left
3.8 mi · 6 min
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Turn left
8.6 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto Marion Road
7.9 mi · 12 min · Marion Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.7 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn straight onto Sturgis Road
18.8 mi · 21 min · Sturgis Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
9.8 mi · 11 min · North Main Street
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Continue straight
2.9 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
20.8 mi · 26 min
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Turn right onto Washington Street
65 m · 11 sec · Washington Street
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Turn left
30 m · 7 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 Murray and Henderson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
20.8 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Murray and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Henderson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murray to Henderson?
The road trip is about 130 miles (209.2 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Fredonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.7 miles from Murray and 71.3 miles from Henderson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.6 miles (150.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.4 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 2:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.31 one way or $34.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Murray and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Henderson.
Stop Ideas Near Fredonia
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 Fredonia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murray and Henderson. Straight-line distance: 93.61 mi (150.65 km).
#1 Murray
City in Calloway County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 19,437 |
| Coordinates | 36.6103300, -88.3147600 |
| Altitude | 163 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Henderson
City in and county seat of Henderson County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 27,974 |
| Coordinates | 37.8361500, -87.5900100 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.590062, 37.836125)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.52 | $39.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.36 | $42.72 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.35 | $48.69 |
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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