Spanning 100.8 miles across Kentucky, this drive connects Hopkinsville to Lewisport in just under two hours. You will spend the vast majority of your time on highways, as the route is 97% highway-focused. It is an efficient, straightforward trip that is easily manageable within a single day, leaving you no need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel for the journey. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic feel throughout the transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.4 miles from Hopkinsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 431
32.7 mi
38m
I 169
24.4 mi
26m
Western Kentucky Parkway
19.4 mi
20m
US 60
10.8 mi
14m
Wendell Ford Expressway
9.6 mi
11m
4th Street
1 mi
1m
West 9th Street
0.6 mi
1m
KY 1031
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 431
— 32.7 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkinsville, KY and Lewisport, KY.
1
Start on Bethel Street
301 ft·17 sec·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 34AToward Elizabethtown
7
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
19 mi·20 min·Western Kentucky Parkway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·53 sec
Exit 58Toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
9
Turn right onto US 431; KY 70
3.6 mi·4 min·US 431; KY 70
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on KY 1031
0.5 mi·35 sec·KY 1031
11
Turn right onto US 431
29 mi·33 min·US 431
Use the right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
13
Merge onto US 60
9.6 mi·11 min·Wendell Ford Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
3.4 mi·4 min·US 60; US 231
15
Turn right onto US 60
7.4 mi·10 min·US 60
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto KY 657
1.0 mi·1 min·4th Street
17
Turn right onto Pell Street
56 ft·2 sec·Pell Street
18
Arrive at destination
Pell Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short two-hour duration, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. Since the trip is direct with no planned stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving Hopkinsville so you can complete the $15 journey without interruption. Keep a close watch on your navigation as you transition between the parkway and US 431, as these shifts happen quickly. Because this is a highway-heavy route, try to avoid peak commuting hours if you prefer a quieter road experience. Use the simple nature of this 100.8-mile drive to your advantage by keeping a steady pace and enjoying the ease of a one-day trip.
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 50.4 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 22 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.4 miles or 56m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lewisport, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hopkinsville, KY
This is one driving day of about 100.8 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Hopkinsville, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 431 for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
3.8 mi from route
~10 min detour
$1 to $10
mile 93.6
Rockport, Indiana
Hours: 6 am–5 pm
+18126602422
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 25.8 and 79.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
25.8 mi into trip|~28m in
Take the exit toward Elizabethtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 34A
Toward Elizabethtown
6
45.6 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 58
Toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
5
45.8 mi into trip|~51m in|US 431; KY 70
Turn right onto US 431; KY 70
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
50 mi into trip|~56m in|US 431
Turn right onto US 431
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
79.4 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|US 60 / Wendell Ford Expressway
Merge onto US 60 / Wendell Ford Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.76 one way
$31.52 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.30
$34.61
premium
$4.89
$19.40
$38.80
diesel
$5.61
$22.26
$44.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.2
0
$10.58
$4.84
Efficient EV
25.2
0
$8.82
$4.03
EV Truck/SUV
40.3
0
$14.11
$6.45
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Hopkinsville, KY
Night
in Hopkinsville on Saturday
Local time
11:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lewisport, KY
Night
in Lewisport on Saturday
Local time
11:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 13 mph89% chanceLive 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 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 58m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is designed for those who prioritize speed and efficiency over winding backroads. You will rely on a combination of US 431, I 169, and the Western Kentucky Parkway to cover the distance quickly. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 32.7-mile stretch on US 431, which sets the pace for the drive. Because nearly the entire journey consists of high-speed transit, the experience is functional and focused on steady progress. Prepare for a consistent highway environment that keeps you moving toward your destination without significant technical road changes.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.7 mi on US 431.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 431 and I 169. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.8 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 100.8 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 25.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 45.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.8 miles (US 431; KY 70): 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.
Between Hopkinsville, KY and Lewisport, KY, road signs point toward Elizabethtown and City.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 100.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.7 miles on US 431. 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 Lewisport, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 25.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 45.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.8 miles (US 431; KY 70): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lewisport, KY before heading back.
