How far is Saint Dennis, KY from Bowling Green, KY?
The driving distance from Saint Dennis, KY to Bowling Green, KY is about 116.4 miles (187.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89 miles (143.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 49m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Hardin County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Dennis and Bowling Green.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Dennis and Bowling Green.
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Start on Lynnview Drive
2648 ft · 2 min · Lynnview Drive
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Turn left onto South Crums Lane
109 m · 15 sec · South Crums Lane
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Turn right onto Cane Run Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Cane Run Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 264 East
1104 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Shawnee Expressway
2.5 mi · 3 min · Shawnee Expressway
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Continue on Henry Watterson Expressway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Henry Watterson Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Nashville, Indianapolis
2955 ft · 46 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East, I 65 North, I 65 South: Watterson Expressway, Louisville, Indianapolis, Nashville
877 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 65 South: Nashville
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
104.5 mi · 1 hr 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 234: Bowling Green
1288 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Cemetery Road
1 mi · 2 min · Cemetery Road
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Continue on Fairview Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Fairview Avenue
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Continue on East 6th Avenue
1072 ft · 26 sec · East 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
2647 ft · 1 min · Chestnut Street
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Turn right
121 m · 34 sec
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Turn left
37 m · 9 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 Saint Dennis and Bowling Green.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
105 mi · 01h 53m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Saint Dennis and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bowling Green.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Dennis to Bowling Green?
The road trip is about 116.4 miles (187.4 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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?
Sonora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.5 miles from Saint Dennis and 58 miles from Bowling Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89 miles (143.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.4 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.50 one way or $31.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Saint Dennis and Bowling Green, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Saint Dennis and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bowling Green.
Stop Ideas Near Sonora
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Dennis and Bowling Green. Straight-line distance: 89.01 mi (143.25 km).
#1 Saint Dennis
Human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 9,177 |
| Coordinates | 38.1884000, -85.8458000 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bowling Green
The most populous city in Warren County, Kentucky.
| Population | 70,631 |
| Coordinates | 36.9903200, -86.4436000 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-86.443605, 36.990317)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.48 | $34.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.13 | $38.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.80 | $43.60 |
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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