Origin
Hendron, KY
Night in Hendron on Saturday
Local time
9:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hendron, KY to Hopkinsville, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
75.4 mi
121 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hendron, KY
Ellie Burgin
Hopkinsville, KY
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Trip Overview
This straightforward drive from Hendron, KY, to Hopkinsville, KY, covers 74 miles and takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, this route is primarily on local roads, indicated by its 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile and zero highway share. You'll navigate using Felix Avenue, Old Mayfield Road, and Elmdale Road. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this short journey through the Southeast region of Kentucky is an economical option for a quick transit. It’s a practical choice for those needing to cover this specific distance without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 58 mi | 1h 2m |
| Cadiz Road | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Hopkinsville Road | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| West 7th Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Elmdale Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Old Mayfield Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 9th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lone Oak Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 58 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hendron, KY and Hopkinsville, KY.
1
Start on At Massa Drive
305 ft
·
14 sec
·
At Massa Drive
2
Turn right onto Felix Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Felix Avenue
3
Turn left onto KY 994
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Old Mayfield Road
4
Turn left onto Elmdale Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Elmdale Road
5
Turn right
0.4 mi
·
1 min
6
Turn left onto US 45
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Lone Oak Road
7
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward Nashville
8
Merge onto I 24
58 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 24
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 65
Toward US 68, KY 80: Cadiz, Hopkinsville
10
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Hopkinsville Road
11
Continue on US 68; KY 80
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Cadiz Road
12
Continue on US 68; KY 80
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West 7th Street
13
Turn straight onto US 68; KY 80; KY 109
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
West 9th Street
14
Turn right onto Bethel Street
301 ft
·
13 sec
·
Bethel Street
15
Arrive at destination
Bethel Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.7 miles from Hendron, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 75.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Felix Avenue
Turn right onto Felix Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 994 / Old Mayfield Road
Turn left onto KY 994 / Old Mayfield Road
Navigation decision point
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Turn left toward Nashville
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward Nashville
6
60.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 68, KY 80: Cadiz, Hopkinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 65
Toward US 68, KY 80: Cadiz, Hopkinsville
5
75.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
Bethel Street
Turn right onto Bethel Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.79 one way
$23.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.94 | $25.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.51 | $29.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.65 | $33.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.60 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.56 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Hopkinsville, KY
Night in Hopkinsville on Saturday
Local time
9:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 28m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'Turn-heavy local drive' on this 74-mile route, with no stretches on highways. The journey will feel very connected to the local landscape, requiring your attention for frequent turns. The absence of long, uninterrupted stretches means you'll be constantly engaging with the road as you transition through different local thoroughfares like Felix Avenue, Old Mayfield Road, and Elmdale Road. This driving personality is best suited for those who prefer an active role in navigating and aren't looking for a monotonous highway cruise.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Cadiz Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Felix Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Felix Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (KY 994 / Old Mayfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
About the Cities
Arriving in Hopkinsville, KY
Full guide →Hopkinsville , often nicknamed "Hoptown" by locals, is a town located in Kentucky's Western Waterlands.
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 1h 28m. Total distance: 75.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Felix Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (KY 994 / Old Mayfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes — Fort Donelson National Battlefield. 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.
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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