Spanning 163.2 miles, this drive from Bloomfield to Hopkinsville is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 59 minutes. Because the route is compact, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Bluegrass Parkway, Western Kentucky Parkway, and I-169, keeping the transit efficient. Budgeting around $25 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Both locations reside within the Southeast region of Kentucky, ensuring a consistent regional feel as you travel across the state. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick getaway, this highway-focused path offers a predictable and reliable transit experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.6 miles from Bloomfield, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi
1h 45m
Bluegrass Parkway
33 mi
35m
I 169
24.7 mi
26m
Springfield Road
2.8 mi
4m
I 65
1.2 mi
1m
East 9th Street
0.7 mi
1m
McLean Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Bethel Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Western Kentucky Parkway
— 98 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield, KY and Hopkinsville, KY.
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Start on US 62; KY 55
2.2 mi·3 min·Springfield Road
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Continue on KY 55
0.6 mi·1 min·Springfield Road
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
4
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
33 mi·35 min·Bluegrass Parkway
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
6
Merge onto I 65
1.2 mi·1 min·I 65
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 91C-AToward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 91C-BToward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
10
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi·1 hr 45 min·Western Kentucky Parkway
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Exit 38BToward I 169 South: HopkinsvilleUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 169
281 ft·3 sec·I 169
13
Continue on I 169
25 mi·26 min·I 169
Exit 106A
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 9Toward US 68, KY 80
15
Keep slight right at fork
184 ft·4 sec
Exit 9Toward US 68, KY 80
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Turn straight onto US 68; KY 80
0.3 mi·29 sec·McLean Avenue
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Turn right onto US 41; KY 109
0.7 mi·1 min·East 9th Street
18
Turn left onto Bethel Street
301 ft·13 sec·Bethel Street
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Arrive at destination
Bethel Street
Trip Plan
To maximize your efficiency, plan for a single stop during your 163.2-mile journey to break up the nearly three-hour drive. Since this is a highway-heavy route, try to depart during off-peak hours to avoid any potential congestion on the main parkways. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when entering the 98-mile stretch on the Western Kentucky Parkway, as this is your longest period away from services. Because the total duration is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Taking a quick break mid-way will keep you refreshed and ready for the final stretch into Hopkinsville.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.6 miles from Bloomfield, KY, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 36 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.6 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopkinsville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bloomfield, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bloomfield, KY
This is one driving day of about 163.2 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Bloomfield, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Western Kentucky Parkway for about 98 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 38 and 162.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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38 mi into trip|~43m in
Take the exit toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 91C-A
Toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Wes...
8
38.2 mi into trip|~43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 91C-B
Toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western...
6
38.4 mi into trip|~44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
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136.8 mi into trip|~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 38B
Toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville
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162.1 mi into trip|~2h 57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 68, KY 80
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 68, KY 80
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.51 one way
$51.03 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.01
$56.03
premium
$4.89
$31.41
$62.81
diesel
$5.61
$36.03
$72.07
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49
0
$17.14
$7.83
Efficient EV
40.8
0
$14.28
$6.53
EV Truck/SUV
65.3
0
$22.85
$10.44
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bloomfield, KY
Morning
in Bloomfield on Sunday
Local time
7:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hopkinsville, KY
Morning
in Hopkinsville on Sunday
Local time
6:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Oak Grove, KY
82 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 28.1
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, e...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 67.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-speed experience, as 96 percent of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Western Kentucky Parkway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 98 miles. The road maintains a consistent pace, designed for efficient travel rather than winding, technical maneuvers. Transitions between the Bluegrass Parkway and I-169 are seamless, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination. You will find that the character of the road remains remarkably stable throughout the drive, making it an ideal route if you prefer a focused, interstate-heavy journey.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98 mi on Western Kentucky Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Western Kentucky Parkway and Bluegrass Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 163.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 38 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bloomfield, KY and Hopkinsville, KY, road signs point toward Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West and Elizabethtown.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 59m. Total distance: 163.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hopkinsville, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 38 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and Mammoth Cave National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hopkinsville, KY before heading back.
