Origin
Rockport, KY
Late night in Rockport on Sunday
Local time
5:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockport, KY to Herbert, 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 9m
Distance
39.4 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockport, KY
_ Whittington
Herbert, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Trip Overview
Rockport, KY to Herbert, KY is 39.4 miles and takes about 1h 9m via KY 69, US 62, and Hawesville Road, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within the Southeast region of Kentucky. You'll spend most of your time on highway-style roads, making it a convenient option for a quick drive. With a low estimated fuel cost and a short duration, this route is ideal for a spontaneous outing or a simple transit between these two points in the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KY 69 | 17.9 mi | 27m |
| US 62 | 9.3 mi | 13m |
| Hawesville Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Herbert Road | 2.7 mi | 10m |
| N Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Aetnaville Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
KY 69
— 17.9 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockport, KY and Herbert, KY.
1
Start on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 62
9.3 mi
·
13 min
·
US 62
3
Turn left onto US 62; US 231
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on US 231
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
N Main Street
5
Turn right onto KY 69
18 mi
·
27 min
·
KY 69
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto KY 54; KY 69
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
7
Turn right onto KY 69
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Hawesville Road
8
Turn left onto Aetnaville Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Aetnaville Road
9
Continue on Herbert Road
2.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Herbert Road
10
Arrive at destination
Herbert Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Rockport, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 32 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 62
Turn right onto US 62
Navigation decision point
3
9.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 62; US 231 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 62; US 231 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
12.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
KY 69
Turn right onto KY 69
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
30.6 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
KY 54; KY 69 / West Main Street
Turn left onto KY 54; KY 69 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
32 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
KY 69 / Hawesville Road
Turn right onto KY 69 / Hawesville Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.16 one way
$12.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.76 | $13.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.58 | $15.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Herbert, KY
Late night in Herbert on Sunday
Local time
5:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Beaver Dam, KY
20 mi in
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
1 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
1h 9m 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?
This trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the journey on roads classified as highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 17.9 miles on KY 69, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the drive. The route incorporates KY 69, US 62, and Hawesville Road, suggesting a mix of efficient travel with potentially some more local road segments as you approach your destination. Expect a generally smooth experience suitable for maintaining highway speeds for extended periods.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.9 mi on KY 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KY 69 and US 62. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 62.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Rockport, KY to Herbert, KY is easy. At 1h 9m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 62): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (US 62; US 231 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (KY 69): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 39.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.9 miles on KY 69. 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 0.3 miles (US 62): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (US 62; US 231 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (KY 69): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Herbert, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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