Origin
Crittenden, KY
Evening in Crittenden on Sunday
Local time
5:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crittenden, KY to Hopkinsville, KY
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
255.6 mi
411 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
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6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crittenden, KY
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Hopkinsville, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Crittenden, KY to Hopkinsville, KY covers 255.6 miles and takes about 3h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Violet Road, I 75 North, I 71 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
127.8 miles from Crittenden, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 55m drive with frequent turns across 255.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Violet Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crittenden, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Violet Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 75 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 71 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 264 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Henry Watterson Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 65 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 65 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| KY 61 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Violet Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crittenden, KY and Hopkinsville, KY.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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South Main Street
2
Turn left onto Violet Road
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Violet Road
3
Take the ramp right toward I 75 North: Cincinnati
0.3 mi
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39 sec
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I 75 North: Cincinnati
4
Merge slight left
6.6 mi
·
7 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Louisville
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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I 71 South: Louisville
6
Continue straight
71 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
7
Take the exit slight left toward I 264 West: Watterson Expressway
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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I 264 West: Watterson Expressway
8
Continue on Henry Watterson Expressway
10.0 mi
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13 min
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Henry Watterson Expressway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 65, KY 61: Nashville, Indianapolis
0.2 mi
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15 sec
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I 65, KY 61: Nashville, Indianapolis
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 65: Nashville, Downtown Louisville, Indianapolis
0.2 mi
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15 sec
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I 65: Nashville, Downtown Louisville, Indianapolis
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Nashville
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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I 65 South: Nashville
12
Merge slight left
39 mi
·
42 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
0.2 mi
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26 sec
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KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
14
Keep slight right to continue on US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
0.2 mi
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32 sec
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US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
15
Keep slight left to continue on Paducah, Elizabethtown
0.3 mi
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42 sec
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Paducah, Elizabethtown
16
Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
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Western Kentucky Parkway
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville
0.4 mi
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45 sec
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I 169 South: Hopkinsville
18
Merge slight left
282 ft
·
3 sec
19
Continue straight
25 mi
·
26 min
20
Take the exit slight right toward US 68, KY 80
0.2 mi
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30 sec
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US 68, KY 80
21
Keep slight right to continue on US 68, KY 80
184 ft
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5 sec
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US 68, KY 80
22
Turn straight onto McLean Avenue
0.3 mi
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30 sec
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McLean Avenue
23
Turn right onto East 9th Street
0.7 mi
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1 min
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East 9th Street
24
Turn left onto Bethel Street
302 ft
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13 sec
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Bethel Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 127.8 miles from Crittenden, KY, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
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 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.8 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
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 Crittenden, 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 Crittenden, KY
This is one driving day of about 255.6 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crittenden, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.8 mi from Crittenden, KY · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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 127.8 miles from Crittenden, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$38.82 one way
$77.65 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $42.80 | $85.60 |
| premium | $4.80 | $48.25 | $96.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $56.79 | $113.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.84 | $12.27 |
| Efficient EV | 63.9 | 0 | $22.37 | $10.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.2 | 1 | $35.78 | $16.36 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
4:14 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
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
3h 55m 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 Crittenden, KY to Hopkinsville, KY covers 255.6 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Violet Road, I 75 North, I 71 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.8 miles from Crittenden, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crittenden, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Crittenden, KY to Hopkinsville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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