How far is Paducah, KY from Radcliff, KY?
The driving distance from Paducah, KY to Radcliff, KY is about 184.2 miles (296.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 154.5 miles (248.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m 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 55m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Paducah and Radcliff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paducah and Radcliff.
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Start on Washington Street
1060 ft · 49 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · South 4th Street
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Continue on Wayne Sullivan Drive
1.7 mi · 3 min · Wayne Sullivan Drive
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Turn left onto Clarks River Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Clarks River Road
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Turn straight onto Reidland Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Reidland Road
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Turn straight onto Kentucky Dam Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · Kentucky Dam Road
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Turn left
2054 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
24.6 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69 North: Elizabethtown, Princeton
38.3 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
1783 ft · 22 sec · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
95.5 mi · 1 hr 42 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 3005 (Ring Road), Elizabethtown, Fort Knox
1646 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto South Ring Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Ring Road
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Continue on Ring Road
3.3 mi · 4 min · Ring Road
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Turn left onto Patriot Parkway
6.3 mi · 9 min · Patriot Parkway
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Turn left onto Joe Prather Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Joe Prather Highway
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Turn right onto South Logsdon Parkway
2 mi · 4 min · South Logsdon Parkway
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Continue on North Logsdon Parkway
154 m · 10 sec · North Logsdon Parkway
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Turn right onto Elm Road
1986 ft · 55 sec · Elm Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elm Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Paducah and Radcliff.
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
Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
95.5 mi · 01h 42m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Paducah and Mostly Sunny near Radcliff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Paducah to Radcliff?
The road trip is about 184.2 miles (296.4 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Central City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.5 miles from Paducah and 92.6 miles from Radcliff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 154.5 miles (248.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.7 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.51 one way or $49.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Paducah and Radcliff, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Paducah and Mostly Sunny near Radcliff.
Stop Ideas Near Central City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Paducah and Radcliff. Straight-line distance: 154.5 mi (248.64 km).
#1 Paducah
City in McCracken County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 24,883 |
| Coordinates | 37.0833900, -88.6000500 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Radcliff
City in Kentucky
| Population | 22,923 |
| Coordinates | 37.8403500, -85.9491300 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elm Road (-85.949214, 37.840431)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.51 | $49.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.64 | $55.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.25 | $60.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.48 | $68.95 |
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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