Origin
Elizabethtown, KY
Late night in Elizabethtown on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethtown, KY to London, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
125.9 mi
203 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabethtown, KY
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London, KY
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Trip Overview
Elizabethtown to London is 125.9 miles and takes about 2 hours 26 minutes via Danville Road and US 150, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Kentucky, traveling southeast from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a mixed driving experience, offering a blend of parkway travel and highway cruising. Given its manageable length and duration, this route is well-suited for a single day trip. It's a straightforward journey that gets you from point A to point B efficiently, making it a practical choice for a quick transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
62.9 miles from Elizabethtown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Danville Road | 29 mi | 33m |
| US 150 | 24.3 mi | 27m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 23.8 mi | 25m |
| I 75 | 17.9 mi | 19m |
| Bardstown Road | 9.2 mi | 10m |
| Springfield Road | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| South Danville Bypass | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| North Mulberry Street | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Danville Road
— 29 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown, KY and London, KY.
1
Start on US 62; KY 61
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Mulberry Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
3
Merge onto I 65
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 65
4
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 93
Toward Lexington, Bardstown
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
6
Take the exit onto US 31E Truck
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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US 31E Truck
Toward Bardstown
7
Turn right onto US 150
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Springfield Road
8
Continue on US 150
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Bardstown Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
93 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 150
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 150
24 mi
·
27 min
·
US 150
11
Turn right onto US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Danville Bypass
12
Continue on US 150
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Stanford Road
13
Continue on US 150
29 mi
·
33 min
·
Danville Road
14
Continue on US 25
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Daniel Boone Trail
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
16
Merge onto I 75
18 mi
·
19 min
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I 75
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 41
Toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto KY 80
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hal Rogers Parkway
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto US 25; KY 80
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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North Main Street
20
Turn left onto East 5th Street
133 ft
·
5 sec
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East 5th Street
21
Arrive at destination
East 5th Street
Trip Plan
With a total driving time of around 2 hours and 26 minutes, this is a very manageable drive that can easily be completed in a single day. Consider departing Elizabethtown in the morning to take advantage of daylight and arrive in London with ample time to spare. The estimated fuel cost is about $20, so ensure your vehicle is adequately fueled before you leave, as there are no designated stops mentioned. Keep an eye out for transitions between Danville Road and US 150, as this is where the driving character may change most noticeably. This flexibility means you can depart at your convenience and enjoy a relaxed pace.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 62.9 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29 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 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.9 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near London, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elizabethtown, 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 Elizabethtown, KY
This is one driving day of about 125.9 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Elizabethtown, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Danville Road for about 29 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.9 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 123.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
2.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the exit toward Lexington, Bardstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 93
Toward Lexington, Bardstown
4
27.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 31E Truck
Take the exit onto US 31E Truck toward Bardstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Bardstown
5
42.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 150
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
123.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 41
Toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somer...
5
123.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
|
KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway
Turn left onto KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.68 one way
$39.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.61 | $43.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.23 | $48.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.80 | $55.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.22 | $6.04 |
| Efficient EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.63 | $8.06 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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.
Destination
London, KY
Late night in London on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Danville, KY
63 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
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
2h 26m 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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 8.7
View on nps.gov
Camp Nelson National Monument
National Monument
The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 73.8
View on nps.gov
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...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 99.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a mixed drive profile, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter approximately 29 miles on Danville Road as the longest uninterrupted stretch, offering a consistent driving experience for a significant portion of the trip. The Bluegrass Parkway also contributes to the highway portion, likely providing a smoother, faster pace for parts of your journey. As you transition between these main roads, the landscape will likely shift, offering varied driving conditions. Be prepared for a blend of efficient highway travel and potentially more local road navigation.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29 mi on Danville Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 125.9 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 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.6 miles (US 31E Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 42.7 miles (US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Elizabethtown, KY to London, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Bardstown along the way.
Bardstown
27.6 mi in
|
~31m
|
via US 31E Truck
About the Cities
Starting in Elizabethtown, KY
Full guide →Elizabethtown is a small town in the Kentucky Derby Region. Abraham Lincoln's parents Thomas and Nancy had their daughter Sarah here in 1807 and then Abraham nearby at Sinking Spring Farm in 1809.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 125.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29 miles on Danville Road. 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 London, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.6 miles (US 31E Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 42.7 miles (US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park, Camp Nelson National Monument and Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument. 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 London, KY before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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