Origin
Hopkinsville, KY
Morning in Hopkinsville on Sunday
Local time
6:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopkinsville, KY to Goshen, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
183.8 mi
296 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
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6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 38m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopkinsville, KY
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Goshen, KY
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Hopkinsville, KY to Goshen, KY is 183.8 miles and takes about 3h 29m via Western Kentucky Parkway and I 65, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, primarily traversing Kentucky. Expect a straightforward journey with a high percentage of highway driving, making it an efficient option for getting from point A to point B. Given its relatively short duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for a comfortable pace without feeling rushed.
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
91.9 miles from Hopkinsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky Parkway | 98.2 mi | 1h 45m |
| I 65 | 37.9 mi | 41m |
| I 169 | 24.4 mi | 26m |
| Brownsboro Road | 9.5 mi | 15m |
| Henry Watterson Expressway | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| West 9th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| McLean Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Bethel Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Western Kentucky Parkway
— 98.2 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkinsville, KY and Goshen, KY.
1
Start on Bethel Street
301 ft
·
17 sec
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Bethel Street
2
Turn right onto US 68; KY 80; KY 109
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 9th Street
3
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
McLean Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
5
Merge onto I 169
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 169
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 34A
Toward Elizabethtown
7
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
·
Western Kentucky Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 137B
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
Use the right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
10
Merge onto I 65
38 mi
·
41 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 131-A
Toward I 264: Watterson Expressway, Airport
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 131A
Toward I 264 East: Watterson Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 264
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Henry Watterson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 22
Toward US 42, KY 22: Brownsboro Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
291 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 42: Brownsboro Road
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on this road
296 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
Exit 34
Toward US 42: Brownsboro Road
Use the left / right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
117 ft
·
5 sec
Toward US 42 East
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto US 42
9.5 mi
·
15 min
·
Brownsboro Road
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto Goshen Lane
91 ft
·
4 sec
·
Goshen Lane
20
Arrive at destination
Goshen Lane
Trip Plan
For this 3h 29m drive, consider departing in the morning to maximize your daylight hours and allow for a relaxed pace. While the drive is manageable in one day, there's a single recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 98.2-mile stretch on the Western Kentucky Parkway, as services might be less frequent. The $29 fuel cost is an estimate, so factor in current prices. Because this is a relatively short, highway-centric trip, you have flexibility; however, being prepared with a full tank before hitting the longest highway segment is a practical tip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 91.9 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.2 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 40 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.9 miles or 1h 40m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goshen, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hopkinsville, 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 Hopkinsville, KY
This is one driving day of about 183.8 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Hopkinsville, 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 98.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 91.9 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Western Kentucky Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.2 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 124.5 and 174.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
124.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 137B
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
8
163.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 264: Watterson Expressway, Airport
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 131-A
Toward I 264: Watterson Expressway, Airport
8
164 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 264 East: Watterson Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 131A
Toward I 264 East: Watterson Expressway
8
173.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 42, KY 22: Brownsboro Road
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 22
Toward US 42, KY 22: Brownsboro Road
8
174.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 42: Brownsboro Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 42: Brownsboro Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.74 one way
$57.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.55 | $63.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.37 | $70.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.58 | $81.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.1 | 0 | $19.30 | $8.82 |
| Efficient EV | 46 | 0 | $16.08 | $7.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.5 | 0 | $25.73 | $11.76 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Goshen, KY
Morning in Goshen on Sunday
Local time
7:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 29m 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...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 126.7
View on nps.gov
Mammoth Cave National Park
National Park
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 95.1
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 is predominantly highway-focused, with 92% of the drive on major roads like the Western Kentucky Parkway and I 65. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches of driving, including a significant 98.2-mile segment on the Western Kentucky Parkway. The character of the drive is largely about covering distance efficiently, with the highway providing a consistent and relatively fast experience for most of the journey. As you progress, the landscape will transition, but the focus remains on the open road and maintaining steady progress.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.2 mi on Western Kentucky Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Western Kentucky Parkway and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 124.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 183.8 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 124.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Between Hopkinsville, KY and Goshen, KY, road signs point toward Elizabethtown, Louisville and Airport.
Elizabethtown
25.8 mi in
|
~28m
Louisville
124.5 mi in
|
~2h 15m
Airport
163.3 mi in
|
~2h 58m
About the Cities
Starting 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 3h 29m. Total distance: 183.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.2 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Goshen, 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 124.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and Mammoth Cave National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Goshen, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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