Origin
Radcliff, KY
Late night in Radcliff on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Radcliff, KY to Bardstown, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
32.2 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Radcliff, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Bardstown, KY
Brady Wilson
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through Kentucky, the 32.2-mile journey from Radcliff to Bardstown is a straightforward local transit. Expect to spend about 48 minutes behind the wheel for this trip, which is perfectly suited for a single-day outing. Because the drive is short, you won't need to worry about an overnight stay or a massive travel budget; in fact, you can plan on a fuel cost of just $5. You will be traveling entirely within the Southeast region, moving between two historic Kentucky communities. Since the entire route consists of local roads without any highway segments, it serves as a simple, low-stress connection rather than a major expedition. Whether you are running errands or just exploring the local area, this route offers a practical and efficient way to get from point A to point B.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Road | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| Joe Prather Highway | 9.3 mi | 12m |
| South Dixie Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Lebanon Junction Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Preston Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| I 65 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| West Stephen Foster Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Lincoln Trail Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Boston Road
— 11.3 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Radcliff, KY and Bardstown, KY.
1
Start on Elm Road
49 ft
·
5 sec
·
Elm Road
2
Turn left onto North Woodland Drive
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Woodland Drive
3
Turn left onto KY 1815
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lincoln Trail Boulevard
4
Turn right onto US 31W
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Dixie Boulevard
5
Turn left onto KY 313
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Joe Prather Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 65
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 65
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 105
Toward KY 61: Boston, Lebanon Junction
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
141 ft
·
3 sec
10
Turn left onto KY 61
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Preston Highway
11
Continue on KY 61
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Lebanon Junction Road
12
Turn left onto US 62
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Boston Road
13
Continue on US 62
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Stephen Foster Avenue
14
Continue on West Stephen Foster Avenue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Stephen Foster Avenue
15
Enter roundabout onto US 31E; US 62; US 150
513 ft
·
8 sec
·
Court Square
16
Arrive at destination
US 31E; US 62; US 150
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Radcliff, 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 and 32.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Woodland Drive
Turn left onto North Woodland Drive
Navigation decision point
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
KY 313 / Joe Prather Highway
Turn left onto KY 313 / Joe Prather Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
15.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward KY 61: Boston, Lebanon Junction
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 105
Toward KY 61: Boston, Lebanon Junction
5
16.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
32.1 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 31E; US 62; US 150 / Court Square
Enter roundabout onto US 31E; US 62; US 150 / Court Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.03 one way
$10.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.53 | $11.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.20 | $12.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Bardstown, KY
Late night in Bardstown on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
3 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
48m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you off the interstate entirely. Because the route relies on North Woodland Drive, West Lincoln Trail Boulevard, and South Dixie Boulevard, your experience will be defined by local traffic patterns rather than high-speed cruising. With a highway share of 0%, you should anticipate a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical cross-country travel. There is no single long-distance stretch here, meaning the road requires your constant attention as you navigate through the local infrastructure. You will find that the personality of this drive is consistent from start to finish, offering a steady, grounded feel behind the wheel.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.3 mi on Boston Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Woodland Drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.2 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (North Woodland Drive): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (KY 313 / Joe Prather Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
On the drive from Radcliff, KY to Bardstown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon Junction along the way.
Lebanon Junction
15.9 mi in
|
~23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 32.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.3 miles on Boston Road. 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 Bardstown, 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: near the start (North Woodland Drive): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (KY 313 / Joe Prather Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. 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 Bardstown, 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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