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Trip from Nevada, KY to Cadiz, KY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 49m

Distance

205.1 mi

330 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 37m ★
6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 15m
10 AM
3h 59m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
4h 0m
5 PM
4h 14m
8 PM
3h 42m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Nevada, KY

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Cadiz, KY

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Trip Overview

This 205.1-mile drive from Nevada, KY to Cadiz, KY will take you approximately 3 hours and 49 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, with 78% of the route utilizing major roadways like the Western Kentucky Parkway, Bluegrass Parkway, and I-169. Given its manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a single-day adventure, and with an estimated fuel cost of $31, it's an economical choice. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region of Kentucky for the entire journey, making for a cohesive regional experience. Plan for one main stop along the way to break up the drive.

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

102.5 miles from Nevada, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Western Kentucky Parkway 98 mi 1h 45m
Bluegrass Parkway 23.9 mi 25m
I 169 22.6 mi 24m
Springfield Road 15.6 mi 17m
US 150 15 mi 17m
Hopkinsville Road 7.4 mi 8m
Cadiz Road 7.1 mi 8m
Perryville Road 4 mi 6m
Longest stretch: Western Kentucky Parkway — 98 mi, about 1h 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nevada, KY and Cadiz, KY.

1

Start on Bugg Road

7 ft · 2 sec · Bugg Road
2

Turn right onto US 68

4.0 mi · 6 min · Perryville Road
3

Turn right onto US 68; US 150; KY 52

0.6 mi · 40 sec · East 2nd Street
4

Continue on US 150

16 mi · 17 min · Springfield Road
5

Turn left onto US 150

92 ft · 1 sec · US 150
6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 150

15 mi · 17 min · US 150
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward Bluegrass Parkway West
8

Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway; US 31E Truck

24 mi · 25 min · Bluegrass Parkway; US 31E Truck
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
10

Merge onto I 65

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 65
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 91C-A Toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 91C-B Toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
14

Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway

98 mi · 1 hr 45 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Exit 38B Toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville Use the slight right lane.
16

Merge onto I 169

281 ft · 3 sec · I 169
17

Continue on I 169

23 mi · 24 min · I 169
Exit 106A
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward KY 1682
19

Keep slight left at fork

101 ft · 2 sec
20

Turn left onto KY 1682

0.6 mi · 46 sec · West Bypass Road
21

Continue on KY 1682

1.6 mi · 1 min · Hopkinsville Bypass
22

Continue on KY 1682

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Eagle Way
23

Merge onto KY 1682

0.2 mi · 11 sec · Hopkinsville Bypass
24

Continue on KY 1682

2.1 mi · 2 min · Eagle Way
25

Turn right onto US 68; KY 80

7.1 mi · 8 min · Cadiz Road
26

Continue on US 68; KY 80

7.4 mi · 8 min · Hopkinsville Road
27

Turn right onto US 68 Business

375 ft · 7 sec · Merchant Street
28

Continue on US 68 Business

2.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street
29

Turn right onto Brown Street

291 ft · 8 sec · Brown Street
30

Turn right onto KY 139

243 ft · 4 sec · Jefferson Street
31

Arrive at destination

KY 139

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour and 49-minute drive, consider departing in the morning to maximize your day in Cadiz, KY. With the longest stretch being 98 miles, you might only need one planned stop for fuel or a quick break. The estimated fuel cost of $31 makes it easy to budget for. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to leave a little later if needed. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the Western Kentucky Parkway, Bluegrass Parkway, and I-169 as these mark the primary segments of your journey.

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 102.5 miles from Nevada, KY, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98 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 45 miles or 52m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 102.5 miles or 1h 55m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cadiz, KY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Nevada, 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 Nevada, KY

This is one driving day of about 205.1 miles and 3h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Nevada, 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 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city and county seat of Warren, Kentucky, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bowling Green, KY

103 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

Elizabethtown, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Beaver Dam, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 102.5 miles from Nevada, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Western Kentucky Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.6

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12707655525

Visit website

Culver’s

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

0.9 mi

Cadiz Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cadiz, Kentucky

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Sunflower Treats & Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cadiz, Kentucky

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 205.1

Hours: 6:30 am–4:30 pm

+12705401951

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.6

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12707655525

Visit website

Culver’s

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.6

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+12705063819

Visit website

Cadiz Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 205.1

Cadiz, Kentucky

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+12705222249

Visit website

Capris Italian Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 58.6

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12709867900

Las Chalupas Mexican Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.6

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+12709822244

Visit website

Ferrell's Snappy Service - Cadiz

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 205.1

Cadiz, Kentucky

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12705223418

Visit website

A Taste Of The South Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 205.1

Cadiz, Kentucky

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12702069239

El Bracero of Cadiz

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 205.1

Cadiz, Kentucky

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+12705227555

Visit website

The Sunflower Treats & Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 205.1

Cadiz, Kentucky

Hours: 6:30 am–4:30 pm

+12705401951

Bean Cove

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.6

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12709822233

Visit website

Swope's Cars of Yesteryear Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 58.6

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12707636175

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 35.2 and 160.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
35.2 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the exit toward Bluegrass Parkway West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Bluegrass Parkway West
8
61.3 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Take the exit toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway

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 91C-A Toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Wes...
8
61.6 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 91C-B Toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western...
6
61.8 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Paducah, Elizabethtown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
7
160.2 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in

Take the exit toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 38B Toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.07 one way

$64.13 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 72 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $35.21 $70.41
premium $4.89 $39.47 $78.94
diesel $5.61 $45.28 $90.57

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 71.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 61.5 0 $21.54 $9.84
Efficient EV 51.3 0 $17.95 $8.20
EV Truck/SUV 82 1 $28.71 $13.13

Gas CO2

72 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (67% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Nevada, KY

Night in Nevada on Saturday

Local time

10:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cadiz, KY

Night in Cadiz on Saturday

Local time

9:45 PM

CDT

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 earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

20 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

3h 49m 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

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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 56.6
View on nps.gov
Camp Nelson National Monument

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...

18 mi from route ~46 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Mammoth Cave National Park

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...

21 mi from route ~52 min detour Free near mile 91.9
View on nps.gov
Fort Donelson National Battlefield

Fort Donelson National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on Sunday, February 16, 1862. The Union victory at Fort Donels...

26 mi from route ~66 min detour Free near mile 205.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 78% of your journey on major roads. The drive features a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 98 miles on the Western Kentucky Parkway, offering a consistent pace. While largely highway, the route isn't entirely monotonous, providing a good balance of efficiency and the open road feel. You'll transition between the Western Kentucky Parkway, Bluegrass Parkway, and I-169, experiencing the typical characteristics of these well-maintained roadways as you progress towards Cadiz.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98 mi on Western Kentucky Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Western Kentucky Parkway and Bluegrass Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 21 significant decision points across 205.1 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 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 61.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Nevada, KY and Cadiz, KY, road signs point toward Bluegrass Parkway West, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West and Elizabethtown.

Bluegrass Parkway West

35.2 mi in | ~41m

Paducah

61.3 mi in | ~1h 10m

Western Kentucky Parkway West

61.6 mi in | ~1h 11m

Elizabethtown

61.8 mi in | ~1h 11m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 49m. Total distance: 205.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 98 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 Cadiz, 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 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 61.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park, Camp Nelson National Monument and Mammoth Cave National Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Cadiz, 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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