Crittenden, KY Road Trips
With 3 routes heading out and 6 heading in, Crittenden, KY works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 15-mile quick runs to 255-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Crittenden, KY spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
9
Longest Drive
254.9 mi
Hopkinsville, KY
Quickest Drive
23m
Independence, KY
Plan Around Crittenden, KY
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Crittenden, KY
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
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Driving from Crittenden, KY
Expect an average of 145 miles and about 2h 44m behind the wheel when leaving Crittenden, KY. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 255 miles (4h 42m), while the shortest is just 15 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Crittenden, KY include Hopkinsville, KY (254.9 mi, 4h 42m), Ironville, KY (166.2 mi, 3h 7m), and Independence, KY (15.2 mi, 23m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in KY currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 145-mile trip from Crittenden, KY, budget about $21 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Crittenden, KY and 6 routes heading into Crittenden, KY, covering 9 total connections. Distances range from 15 to 255 miles.
The longest mapped route from Crittenden, KY covers 255 miles and takes approximately 4h 42m. Shorter options start at just 15 miles.
The average route from Crittenden, KY runs about 145 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 44m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 145-mile trip from Crittenden, KY costs roughly $21 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Crittenden, KY include Hopkinsville, KY, Ironville, KY and Independence, KY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Crittenden, KY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
4,058
Median Income
$51,336
Median Home Value
$168,300
Median Age
25.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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