Origin
Hopkinsville, KY
Night in Hopkinsville on Saturday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopkinsville, KY to Ledbetter, 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 16m
Distance
63.7 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
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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Ledbetter, KY
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Trip Overview
This 63.7-mile drive from Hopkinsville, KY to Ledbetter, KY takes approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes. As a single-day trip, it's easily manageable, and you can expect a fuel cost of around $10. The route primarily utilizes local roads like West 9th Street, West 7th Street, and Cadiz Road, with no highway driving. This journey offers a straightforward connection within the Southeast region, making it a convenient option for local travel or a short excursion. Its short duration and low fuel cost mean you can focus on enjoying the journey without significant logistical planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 34.1 mi | 36m |
| Cadiz Road | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Adair Street | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Dover Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Hopkinsville Road | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Iuka Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Cutoff Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| West 7th Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 34.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkinsville, KY and Ledbetter, KY.
1
Start on Bethel Street
301 ft
·
20 sec
·
Bethel Street
2
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80; KY 109
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 9th Street
3
Continue on US 68; KY 80; KY 109
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West 7th Street
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; KY 80
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Cadiz Road
5
Continue on US 68; KY 80
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Hopkinsville Road
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 65
Toward US 68, KY 80: Hopkinsville, Cadiz
7
Merge onto I 24
34 mi
·
36 min
·
I 24
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 31
Toward KY 453: Grand Rivers, Smithland
9
Turn right onto KY 453
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Dover Road
10
Continue on KY 453
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Iuka Road
11
Turn left onto KY 937
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Cutoff Road
12
At end of road, turn left onto US 60
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Adair Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 60
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Hopkinsville, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 59 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
|
US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 68; KY 80 / Cadiz Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; KY 80 / Cadiz Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
14.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward US 68, KY 80: Hopkinsville, Cadiz
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 65
Toward US 68, KY 80: Hopkinsville, Cadiz
6
48.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward KY 453: Grand Rivers, Smithland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 31
Toward KY 453: Grand Rivers, Smithland
5
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
US 60 / Adair Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 60 / Adair Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.96 one way
$19.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.93 | $21.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.06 | $28.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Ledbetter, KY
Night in Ledbetter on Saturday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
26 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 16m 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 route, as indicated by its profile. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating exclusively on surface streets and local roads, including West 9th Street, West 7th Street, and Cadiz Road. There isn't a defined longest uninterrupted stretch, suggesting frequent turns and intersections. This type of driving often involves adapting to varying speed limits and local traffic patterns, making for an engaging, albeit not high-speed, experience behind the wheel.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.1 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 8 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 (US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 68; KY 80 / Cadiz Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Ledbetter, KY, road signs point toward Cadiz and Smithland.
Cadiz
14.5 mi in
|
~18m
Smithland
48.9 mi in
|
~55m
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 1h 16m. Total distance: 63.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.1 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 (US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 68; KY 80 / Cadiz Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Ledbetter, 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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