Origin
Coal Run Village, KY
Afternoon in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
4:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coal Run Village, KY to Hopkinsville, KY
Drive Time
6h 14m
Distance
322.5 mi
519 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 2m
★
6 AM
6h 15m
8 AM
6h 40m
10 AM
6h 24m
12 PM
6h 21m
3 PM
6h 25m
5 PM
6h 39m
8 PM
6h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coal Run Village, KY
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Hopkinsville, KY
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Trip Overview
Spanning 322.5 miles across Kentucky, this journey from Coal Run Village to Hopkinsville is a straightforward trek that typically takes 6 hours and 14 minutes. Because the route is highway-focused, it serves well as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination by evening without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $49 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Southeast region, you will rely primarily on the Hal Rogers Parkway, Cumberland Parkway, and US 68. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a visit, this route offers a reliable, no-nonsense path across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
161.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a steady, highway-heavy experience, as 81% of your travel takes place on major roads. The drive begins with its most significant commitment: a 94.2-mile stretch on the Hal Rogers Parkway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. As you transition between the parkways and US 68, the road’s personality shifts from fast-paced, high-speed transit to a more varied driving experience. You won't find yourself constantly battling stop-and-go traffic, as the infrastructure is designed to keep you moving efficiently toward your goal. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that favors consistency over technical complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hal Rogers Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 94.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Hal Rogers Parkway and Cumberland Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Combs Drive.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 322.5 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: near the start (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (KY 680): Lane positioning matters here; at 256.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Combs Drive
Turn left onto Combs Drive
Navigation decision point
6
7 mi into trip
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~9m in
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KY 680
Turn left onto KY 680
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
256.8 mi into trip
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~4h 56m in
Take the exit toward I 165, KY 9007: Owensboro, Scottsville
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 20A-B
Toward I 165, KY 9007: Owensboro, Scottsville
6
257.1 mi into trip
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~4h 56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 165: Owensboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 20B
Toward I 165: Owensboro
6
262 mi into trip
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~5h 2m in
Take the exit toward US 68, KY 80: Russellville, Bowling Green
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward US 68, KY 80: Russellville, Bowling Gree...
Towns Along This Route
Between Coal Run Village, KY and Hopkinsville, KY, road signs point toward Bowling Green and Scottsville.
Bowling Green
147.9 mi in
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~2h 57m
Scottsville
256.8 mi in
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~4h 56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hal Rogers Parkway | 94.2 mi | 1h 49m |
| Cumberland Parkway | 86.2 mi | 1h 32m |
| US 68 | 26.4 mi | 31m |
| I 65 | 21.4 mi | 22m |
| Martin Road | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| KY 680 | 15.2 mi | 22m |
| Bowling Green Road | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| East Highway 80 | 11.9 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
Hal Rogers Parkway
— 94.2 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Run Village, KY and Hopkinsville, KY.
1
Start on Leslie Drive
240 ft
·
16 sec
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Leslie Drive
2
Turn left onto Combs Drive
0.1 mi
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28 sec
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Combs Drive
3
Turn right onto US 23; US 460; KY 80
0.5 mi
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42 sec
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North Mayo Trail
4
Continue on US 23; US 460; KY 80
6.3 mi
·
7 min
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North Mayo Trail
5
Turn left onto KY 680
15 mi
·
22 min
·
KY 680
Use the none lane.
6
At end of road, turn left onto KY 80
3.3 mi
·
3 min
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Hindman Highway
7
Continue on KY 80
12 mi
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13 min
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East Highway 80
8
Continue on KY 80
16 mi
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18 min
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Martin Road
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on Hal Rogers Parkway
94 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
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Hal Rogers Parkway
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right onto KY 914
0.4 mi
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34 sec
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KY 914
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Bowling Green
12
Merge onto Cumberland Parkway
86 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Cumberland Parkway
13
Continue on Cumberland Parkway
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
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Cumberland Parkway
Exit 1B
Toward I 65 South: Bowling Green
14
Continue on Cumberland Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Expressway
15
Merge onto I 65
21 mi
·
22 min
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I 65
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 20A-B
Toward I 165, KY 9007: Owensboro, Scottsville
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 20B
Toward I 165: Owensboro
18
Merge onto I 165
4.3 mi
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4 min
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I 165
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 5
Toward US 68, KY 80: Russellville, Bowling Green
20
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80
8.2 mi
·
9 min
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Russellville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 68; KY 80
12 mi
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13 min
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Bowling Green Road
22
Continue on US 68; KY 80
3.2 mi
·
3 min
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East Jefferson Davis Highway
23
Continue on US 68; KY 80
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
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Bowling Green Road
24
Continue on US 68 Business
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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Franklin Street
25
Continue on US 68 Business
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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Franklin Road
26
Continue on US 68 Business
373 ft
·
6 sec
·
Franklin Street
27
Continue on US 68 Business
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
East 4th Street
28
Turn right onto US 68 Business; KY 3519
129 ft
·
5 sec
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North Main Street
29
Turn left onto US 68 Business; KY 3519
227 ft
·
5 sec
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West 4th Street
30
Continue on US 68 Business
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
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West 4th Street
31
Continue on US 68 Business
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Hopkinsville Road
32
Continue on US 68; KY 80
26 mi
·
31 min
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US 68; KY 80
Use the none lane.
33
Turn right onto US 41; KY 109
0.7 mi
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1 min
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East 9th Street
34
Turn left onto Bethel Street
301 ft
·
13 sec
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Bethel Street
35
Arrive at destination
Bethel Street
Trip Plan
To keep your 6-hour drive manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the monotony of the parkway stretches. Since the route requires a fuel budget of $49, consider topping off your tank before departing Coal Run Village to avoid higher prices in more remote sections. Aim to head out early in the morning; this helps you avoid fatigue during the latter half of the 322.5-mile journey. Because the majority of your time is spent on controlled-access highways, keep a close watch on your speed as transitions between parkways can sometimes involve sudden changes in posted limits. This flexibility allows you to arrive in Hopkinsville refreshed rather than exhausted.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.2 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.2 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopkinsville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coal Run Village, 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 Coal Run Village, KY
This is one driving day of about 322.5 miles and 6h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Coal Run Village, 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 Hal Rogers Parkway for about 94.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 161.2 mi from Coal Run Village, KY · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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 161.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Hal Rogers Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.2 miles.
Arriving in Hopkinsville, KY
The final approach into Hopkinsville, 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 Hopkinsville, 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
$48.98 one way
$97.97 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $54.00 | $108.00 |
| premium | $4.80 | $60.88 | $121.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.65 | $143.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.8 | 1 | $33.86 | $15.48 |
| Efficient EV | 80.6 | 0 | $28.22 | $12.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129 | 1 | $45.15 | $20.64 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Hopkinsville, KY
Afternoon in Hopkinsville on Sunday
Local time
3:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
26 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
6h 14m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Coal Run Village, KY to Hopkinsville, KY covers 322.5 miles and takes about 6h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hal Rogers Parkway, Cumberland Parkway, US 68. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 161.2 miles from Coal Run Village, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 322.5 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: near the start (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (KY 680): Lane positioning matters here; at 256.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Coal Run Village, KY and Hopkinsville, KY, road signs point toward Bowling Green and Scottsville.
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