How far is Nortonville, KY from Hopkinsville, KY?
The driving distance from Nortonville, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.6 miles (36.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Kentucky, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nortonville and Hopkinsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nortonville and Hopkinsville.
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Start on Main Street
1136 ft · 23 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Greenville Road
2607 ft · 1 min · Greenville Road
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Take the ramp straight
1126 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
23.1 mi · 25 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 Nortonville and Hopkinsville.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Greenville Road
Merge slight left
23.1 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Nortonville and Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Hopkinsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nortonville to Hopkinsville?
The road trip is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Crofton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.7 miles from Nortonville and 12.7 miles from Hopkinsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.6 miles (36.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.39 one way or $6.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Nortonville and Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Hopkinsville.
Stop Ideas Near Crofton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nortonville and Hopkinsville. Straight-line distance: 22.57 mi (36.33 km).
#1 Nortonville
City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,147 |
| Coordinates | 37.1908800, -87.4527800 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| 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: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.83 | $7.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.77 | $9.55 |
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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