Origin
Buckner, KY
Morning in Buckner on Friday
Local time
8:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Buckner, KY to Elizabethtown, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
62.5 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Buckner, KY to Elizabethtown, KY covers 62.5 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, Gene Snyder Freeway, W Highway 146 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.8 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 62.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 15m highway drive covering 62.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and Gene Snyder Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.8 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Gene Snyder Freeway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.8 miles in.
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 62.5 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: at 8.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.2 miles (I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Turn left toward I 265 South, KY 841 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 265 South, KY 841 South
5
9.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway
Merge onto I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
29 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 65 South: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 10B
Toward I 65 South: Nashville
8
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m 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 straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 94
Toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
8
60.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 62: Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 62: Kentucky High School Basketball H...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 30.8 mi | 33m |
| Gene Snyder Freeway | 19.8 mi | 22m |
| W Highway 146 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| La Grange Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| North Mulberry Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Lagrange Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Dogwood Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old Cedar Point Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 30.8 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckner, KY and Elizabethtown, KY.
1
Start on Old Cedar Point Road
76 ft
·
4 sec
·
Old Cedar Point Road
2
Turn right onto KY 146
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
W Highway 146
3
Turn left onto KY 22; KY 146
196 ft
·
5 sec
·
Dogwood Lane
4
Turn right onto KY 146
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lagrange Road
5
Continue on KY 146
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
La Grange Road
6
Continue on KY 146
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Lagrange Road
7
Continue on KY 146
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
La Grange Road
8
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 265 South, KY 841 South
9
Merge onto I 265; KY 841
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Gene Snyder Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 10B
Toward I 65 South: Nashville
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 65
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 94
Toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
166 ft
·
4 sec
Toward US 62: Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto US 62; KY 61
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Mulberry Street
15
Arrive at destination
US 62; KY 61
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.3 mi from Buckner, KY · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.3 miles from Buckner, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.77 one way
$19.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.03 | $24.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.80 | $27.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.56 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.75 | $4.00 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Morning in Elizabethtown on Friday
Local time
8:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 to 15 mph
23% chance
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
2 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 15m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Buckner, KY to Elizabethtown, KY covers 62.5 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Gene Snyder Freeway, W Highway 146. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.3 miles from Buckner, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.77 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.2 miles (I 265; KY 841 / Gene Snyder Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Buckner, KY to Elizabethtown, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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