Origin
Elizabethtown, KY
Evening in Elizabethtown on Friday
Local time
8:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethtown, KY to Glasgow, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
53.2 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabethtown, KY
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Glasgow, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Elizabethtown, KY to Glasgow, KY covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, Happy Valley Road, East Dixie Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.9 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 53.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 5m highway drive covering 53.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and Happy Valley Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.9 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 18 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 37.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Happy Valley Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 31W; KY 61 / West Dixie Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 53.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (US 31W; KY 61 / West Dixie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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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US 31W; KY 61 / West Dixie Avenue
Turn left onto US 31W; KY 61 / West Dixie Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
2.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 65 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 65 South
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 65 South: Nashville
5
41 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward KY 70, KY 90: Cave City, Glasgow
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward KY 70, KY 90: Cave City, Glasgow
5
53.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
US 31E Business; US 68 Business; KY 90 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 31E Business; US 68 Business; KY 90 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 37.9 mi | 40m |
| Happy Valley Road | 9.4 mi | 14m |
| East Dixie Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Happy Valley Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Race Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Western Kentucky Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mammoth Cave Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Green Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 37.9 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown, KY and Glasgow, KY.
1
Start on US 62; KY 61
77 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Mulberry Street
2
Turn left onto US 31W; KY 61
355 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Dixie Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 31W; KY 61
132 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 31W; KY 61
4
Turn left
124 ft
·
2 sec
5
Turn slight right onto US 31W; KY 61
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Dixie Avenue
6
Turn right onto Western Kentucky Parkway
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Western Kentucky Parkway
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 65 South
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 65 South: Nashville
9
Merge onto I 65
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I 65
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward KY 70, KY 90: Cave City, Glasgow
11
Turn left onto KY 70
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Mammoth Cave Road
12
Continue on KY 90
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Happy Valley Street
13
Continue on KY 90
9.4 mi
·
14 min
·
Happy Valley Road
14
Turn right onto US 31E Business
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Race Street
15
Turn left onto US 31E Business; US 68 Business; KY 90
264 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Washington Street
16
Turn left onto US 31E Business; US 68 Business; KY 90
373 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Green Street
17
Turn left onto US 31E Business; US 68 Business; KY 90
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 31E Business; US 68 Business; KY 90
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.6 mi from Elizabethtown, KY · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glasgow, KY
The final approach into Glasgow, 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
$8.32 one way
$16.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.13 | $18.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.24 | $20.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.75 | $23.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.45 | $3.40 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Glasgow, KY
Evening in Glasgow on Friday
Local time
7:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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 5m 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 Elizabethtown, KY to Glasgow, KY covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Happy Valley Road, East Dixie Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.6 miles from Elizabethtown, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.32 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 53.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (US 31W; KY 61 / West Dixie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Elizabethtown, KY to Glasgow, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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