Origin
Berea, KY
Afternoon in Berea on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berea, KY to Elizabethtown, KY
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
99.4 mi
160 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
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6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berea, KY
Pavel Danilyuk
Elizabethtown, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through Kentucky, this 99.4-mile trek from Berea to Elizabethtown is a manageable journey. Clocking in at approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes, the drive is perfect for a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget about $15 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast locations. Because the route is relatively short, it offers a great balance between efficiency and local travel. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this transit provides a consistent pace that keeps your day moving along smoothly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Berea, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive that shifts between different road types as you transition across the state. With a highway share of 47%, you will spend a good portion of the trip navigating US 150 and Springfield Road before settling into the Bluegrass Parkway. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 23.9 miles on the Bluegrass Parkway, which offers the most consistent driving conditions of the trip. The remaining mileage involves slower, more varied roads that contrast with the faster highway segments. You will find that the personality of the road changes noticeably as you move away from the local arteries and merge onto the major parkway system.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bluegrass Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near KY 954.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 99.4 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 3.5 miles (KY 954): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (KY 52 / Richmond Road): Navigation decision point; at 72.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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KY 954
Turn left onto KY 954
Navigation decision point
4
11.2 mi into trip
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~19m in
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KY 52 / Richmond Road
At end of road, turn left onto KY 52 / Richmond Road
Navigation decision point
5
72.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward Bluegrass Parkway West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Bluegrass Parkway West
9
96.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
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 94
Toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
9
97.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 62: Historic Downtown Elizabethtown, Elizabethtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward US 62: Historic Downtown Elizabethtown,...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Berea, KY to Elizabethtown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Bluegrass Parkway West along the way.
Bluegrass Parkway West
72.1 mi in
|
~1h 37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Parkway | 23.9 mi | 25m |
| Springfield Road | 15.6 mi | 17m |
| US 150 | 15 mi | 17m |
| Perryville Road | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Richmond Road | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| KY 954 | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| Lancaster Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Danville Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Bluegrass Parkway
— 23.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berea, KY and Elizabethtown, KY.
1
Start on US 25; KY 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Chestnut Street
2
Continue on KY 21
2.5 mi
·
4 min
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Paint Lick Road
3
Turn left onto KY 954
7.7 mi
·
13 min
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KY 954
4
At end of road, turn left onto KY 52
8.2 mi
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12 min
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Richmond Road
5
Continue on KY 52
5.1 mi
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7 min
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Danville Road
6
Continue on KY 52
5.2 mi
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7 min
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Lancaster Road
7
Turn right onto US 150; KY 52
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Stanford Road
8
Continue on US 150; KY 52
430 ft
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14 sec
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Wilderness Road
9
Turn left onto US 150; KY 34; KY 52
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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West Main Street
10
Continue on US 150; KY 52
8.4 mi
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9 min
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Perryville Road
11
Continue on US 150; KY 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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East 2nd Street
12
Continue on US 150
16 mi
·
17 min
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Springfield Road
13
Turn left onto US 150
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 150
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 150
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 150
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Bluegrass Parkway West
16
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway; US 31E Truck
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway; US 31E Truck
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
18
Merge onto I 65
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
I 65
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 94
Toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 62: Historic Downtown Elizabethtown, Elizabethtown
Use the left / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto US 62; KY 61
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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North Mulberry Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 62; KY 61
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact trip, you have the flexibility to depart at a time that best suits your schedule without needing to plan for long-haul fatigue. While the 2-hour-and-8-minute duration is short, it is wise to keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Berea to ensure you stay within your $15 estimate. Because there are no designated stops required by the route, you can easily decide where to pull over based on your personal needs. For the smoothest experience, prioritize getting through the local road segments during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion. Take advantage of the Bluegrass Parkway stretch to maintain a steady pace, as it serves as the most efficient part of your journey toward Elizabethtown.
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 49.7 miles from Berea, KY, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.9 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 1h 11m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabethtown, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Berea, 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 Berea, KY
This is one driving day of about 99.4 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Berea, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Bluegrass Parkway for about 23.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.7 mi from Berea, KY · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.7 miles from Berea, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elizabethtown, KY
The final approach into Elizabethtown, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Elizabethtown, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.10 one way
$30.20 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.64 | $33.29 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.76 | $37.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.08 | $44.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.70 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.92 | $6.36 |
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.
Destination
Elizabethtown, KY
Afternoon in Elizabethtown on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
2h 8m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Berea, KY to Elizabethtown, KY covers 99.4 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bluegrass Parkway, Springfield Road, US 150. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.7 miles from Berea, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.10 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 99.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (KY 954): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (KY 52 / Richmond Road): Navigation decision point; at 72.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Berea, KY to Elizabethtown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Bluegrass Parkway West along the way.
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