Hopkinsville, KY Road Trips
With 26 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Hopkinsville, KY works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 17-mile quick runs to 332-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Hopkinsville, KY head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
26
Longest Drive
331.6 mi
Ashland, KY
Quickest Drive
31m
LaFayette, KY
Plan Around Hopkinsville, KY
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Hopkinsville, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Ashland, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Pikeville, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Grayson, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Harlan, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Fort Thomas, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Park Hills, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Crescent Springs, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Crestview Hills, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Elsmere, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Stanton, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Camargo, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Carlisle, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Owenton, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to North Corbin, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Berea, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Stearns, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Stanford, KY
Hopkinsville, KY to Lancaster, KY
Driving from Hopkinsville, KY
Expect an average of 222 miles and about 4h 10m behind the wheel when leaving Hopkinsville, KY. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 332 miles (6h 17m), while the shortest is just 17 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Hopkinsville, KY include Ashland, KY (331.6 mi, 6h 7m), Pikeville, KY (325.5 mi, 6h 17m), Grayson, KY (305.7 mi, 5h 38m), Harlan, KY (285.1 mi, 5h 28m), and Fort Thomas, KY (270.9 mi, 5h 4m). 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 222-mile trip from Hopkinsville, KY, budget about $33 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 26 mapped routes leaving Hopkinsville, KY and 0 routes heading into Hopkinsville, KY, covering 26 total connections. Distances range from 17 to 332 miles.
The longest mapped route from Hopkinsville, KY covers 332 miles and takes approximately 6h 17m. Shorter options start at just 17 miles.
The average route from Hopkinsville, KY runs about 222 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 10m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 222-mile trip from Hopkinsville, KY costs roughly $33 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Hopkinsville, KY include Ashland, KY, Pikeville, KY, Grayson, KY and Harlan, KY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Hopkinsville, KY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
31,011
Median Income
$47,428
Median Home Value
$140,200
Median Age
35.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Hopkinsville, KY at a Glance
Founded
1796
Elevation
528 ft
Area
31 mi²
Notable People from Hopkinsville, KY
A sampling of people born in Hopkinsville, KY.
bell hooks
1952–2021
American author and activist (1952–2021)
Edgar Cayce
1877–1945
purported clairvoyant healer and psychic (1877–1945)
Ed Whitfield
1943
US politician
Joseph Ralston
1943
United States general
Bird Averitt
1952–2020
American basketball player (1952–2020)
Jack C. Haldeman II
1941–2002
American writer and biologist (1941–2002)
Edward T. Breathitt
1924–2003
politician from the US state of Kentucky (1924-2003)
Thomas R. Underwood
1898–1956
American politician from Kentucky
Greg Buckner
1976
American former professional basketball player, born 1976
City data from Wikidata (Q845461), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Hopkinsville, KY
Hopkinsville , often nicknamed "Hoptown" by locals, is a town located in Kentucky's Western Waterlands.
1 Jefferson Davis State Historic Site, 258 Pembroke-Fairview Rd. Fairview (7 miles east of Hopkinsville.), ☏ +1 270 889-6100, [email protected]. Friday - Monday 9AM - 5PM. Jefferson Davis State Historic Site is a memorial to the famous Kentuckian born on this site on June 3, 1808. A 351-foot obelisk constructed on a foundation of solid Kentucky Limestone, marks the site, and an elevator to the top gives visitors a bird's eye view of the countryside. 2 Trail of Tears Commemorative Park, 100 Trail of Tears Dr.. Dawn - Dusk. A city park that preserves an encampment used along the Trail of Tears during the forced removal of the Cherokee tribes. The park features a burial site, a restored log cabin, and a heritage center. On the first full weekend after Labor Day, an inter tribal PowWow is held at the park. 3 Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County, 217 E 9th St, ☏ +1 270 887-4270. Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM. Just a local museum with exhibits about military, African American history and culture, and the Night Riders, a group that used to go around terrorizing local farmers who were selling tobacco to the monopoly of the times rather than stand with the regional movement to demand higher prices. (updated Sep 2021)
1 Jeffers Bend Recreation Area, 2671 Greenville Rd, ☏ +1 270 885-5600. A small natural area with a waterway and trails. (updated Sep 2021)
1 Horseshoe Steak House, 2112 Fort Campbell Blvd, ☏ +1 270 886-7734. A local steak house that has been in business for many years.
1 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hopkinsville, 345 Griffin Bell Dr, ☏ +1 270 632-6140. Here have a complimentary breakfast and swim in the indoor pool. Pets are welcome. $72. (updated Sep 2021)
Travel tips adapted from Hopkinsville on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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