Spanning 322.5 miles across Kentucky, this journey from Coal Run Village to Hopkinsville is a straightforward trek that typically takes 6 hours and 14 minutes. Because the route is highway-focused, it serves well as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination by evening without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $49 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Southeast region, you will rely primarily on the Hal Rogers Parkway, Cumberland Parkway, and US 68. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a visit, this route offers a reliable, no-nonsense path across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
161.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Hal Rogers Parkway
94.2 mi
1h 49m
Cumberland Parkway
86.2 mi
1h 32m
US 68
26.4 mi
31m
I 65
21.4 mi
22m
Martin Road
15.9 mi
18m
KY 680
15.2 mi
22m
Bowling Green Road
12.4 mi
14m
East Highway 80
11.9 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
Hal Rogers Parkway
— 94.2 mi, about 1h 49m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~2,316 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,886
Quietest
2 AM
~356 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Run Village, KY and Hopkinsville, KY.
1
Start on Leslie Drive
240 ft·16 sec·Leslie Drive
2
Turn left onto Combs Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Combs Drive
3
Turn right onto US 23; US 460; KY 80
0.5 mi·42 sec·North Mayo Trail
4
Continue on US 23; US 460; KY 80
6.3 mi·7 min·North Mayo Trail
5
Turn left onto KY 680
15 mi·22 min·KY 680
6
At end of road, turn left onto KY 80
3.3 mi·3 min·Hindman Highway
7
Continue on KY 80
12 mi·13 min·East Highway 80
8
Continue on KY 80
16 mi·18 min·Martin Road
9
Continue on Hal Rogers Parkway
94 mi·1 hr 49 min·Hal Rogers Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto KY 914
0.4 mi·34 sec·KY 914
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Bowling Green
12
Merge onto Cumberland Parkway
86 mi·1 hr 32 min·Cumberland Parkway
13
Continue on Cumberland Parkway
0.3 mi·19 sec·Cumberland Parkway
Exit 1BToward I 65 South: Bowling Green
14
Continue on Cumberland Expressway
0.7 mi·1 min·Cumberland Expressway
15
Merge onto I 65
21 mi·22 min·I 65
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Exit 20A-BToward I 165, KY 9007: Owensboro, ScottsvilleUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·50 sec
Exit 20BToward I 165: Owensboro
18
Merge onto I 165
4.3 mi·4 min·I 165
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Exit 5Toward US 68, KY 80: Russellville, Bowling Green
20
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80
8.2 mi·9 min·Russellville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 68; KY 80
12 mi·13 min·Bowling Green Road
22
Continue on US 68; KY 80
3.2 mi·3 min·East Jefferson Davis Highway
23
Continue on US 68; KY 80
0.6 mi·51 sec·Bowling Green Road
24
Continue on US 68 Business
0.1 mi·12 sec·Franklin Street
25
Continue on US 68 Business
0.2 mi·19 sec·Franklin Road
26
Continue on US 68 Business
373 ft·6 sec·Franklin Street
27
Continue on US 68 Business
0.6 mi·54 sec·East 4th Street
28
Turn right onto US 68 Business; KY 3519
129 ft·5 sec·North Main Street
29
Turn left onto US 68 Business; KY 3519
227 ft·5 sec·West 4th Street
30
Continue on US 68 Business
0.3 mi·23 sec·West 4th Street
31
Continue on US 68 Business
7.9 mi·9 min·Hopkinsville Road
32
Continue on US 68; KY 80
26 mi·31 min·US 68; KY 80
33
Turn right onto US 41; KY 109
0.7 mi·1 min·East 9th Street
34
Turn left onto Bethel Street
301 ft·13 sec·Bethel Street
35
Arrive at destination
Bethel Street
Trip Plan
To keep your 6-hour drive manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the monotony of the parkway stretches. Since the route requires a fuel budget of $49, consider topping off your tank before departing Coal Run Village to avoid higher prices in more remote sections. Aim to head out early in the morning; this helps you avoid fatigue during the latter half of the 322.5-mile journey. Because the majority of your time is spent on controlled-access highways, keep a close watch on your speed as transitions between parkways can sometimes involve sudden changes in posted limits. This flexibility allows you to arrive in Hopkinsville refreshed rather than exhausted.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.2 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 71 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.2 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 5m
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 Coal Run Village, 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 Coal Run Village, KY
This is one driving day of about 322.5 miles and 6h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Coal Run Village, 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 Hal Rogers Parkway for about 94.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Final third
4.2 mi from route
~11 min detour
$10 to $20
Bowling Green, Kentucky
Hours: 7:30 AM–5 PM
+12705991194
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
London Truck Center
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Lynn Service Center
0.8 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.1 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 262 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Combs Drive
Turn left onto Combs Drive
Navigation decision point
5
147.9 mi into trip|~2h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Bowling Green
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Bowling Green
8
256.8 mi into trip|~4h 56m in
Take the exit toward I 165, KY 9007: Owensboro, Scottsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20A-B
Toward I 165, KY 9007: Owensboro, Scottsville
6
257.1 mi into trip|~4h 56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 165: Owensboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 20B
Toward I 165: Owensboro
6
262 mi into trip|~5h 2m in
Take the exit toward US 68, KY 80: Russellville, Bowling Green
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward US 68, KY 80: Russellville, Bowling Gree...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.63 one way
$95.25 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg113 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$52.58
$105.16
premium
$4.72
$59.88
$119.76
diesel
$4.80
$60.89
$121.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
96.8
1
$33.86
$15.48
Efficient EV
80.6
0
$28.22
$12.90
EV Truck/SUV
129
1
$45.15
$20.64
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Coal Run Village, KY
Night
in Coal Run Village on Saturday
Local time
9:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny
NNW 2 mph13% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 11:01AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Destination
Hopkinsville, KY
Evening
in Hopkinsville on Saturday
Local time
8:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 2 to 7 mph58% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 11:01AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
64°F
Williamsburg, KY
161 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
4 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
6h 14m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
National Monument
The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importa...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 155.7
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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 233.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a steady, highway-heavy experience, as 81% of your travel takes place on major roads. The drive begins with its most significant commitment: a 94.2-mile stretch on the Hal Rogers Parkway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. As you transition between the parkways and US 68, the road’s personality shifts from fast-paced, high-speed transit to a more varied driving experience. You won't find yourself constantly battling stop-and-go traffic, as the infrastructure is designed to keep you moving efficiently toward your goal. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that favors consistency over technical complexity.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.2 mi on Hal Rogers Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Hal Rogers Parkway and Cumberland Parkway. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Combs Drive.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 322.5 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 147.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 256.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,203 ft536 ft
Total Climb
782 ft
Total Descent
915 ft
Highest Point
1,203 ft
~115.2 mi in
Elevation Range
668 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Coal Run Village, KY and Hopkinsville, KY, road signs point toward Bowling Green and Scottsville.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 14m. Total distance: 322.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 14m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94.2 miles on Hal Rogers Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 6 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 147.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 256.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument and Mammoth Cave National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hopkinsville, KY before the return drive.
