The drive from Elizabethtown, KY to Hazard, KY covers 185.5 miles and takes about 3h 37m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hal Rogers Parkway, Danville Road, US 150 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.9 miles on Hal Rogers Parkway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.00 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
92.8 miles from Elizabethtown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 185.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 37m highway drive covering 185.5 miles, with most of the trip on Hal Rogers Parkway and Danville Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 56.9 miles on Hal Rogers Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 56.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Hal Rogers Parkway and Danville Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 185.5 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: at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.7 miles (US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 123.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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2.9 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward Lexington, Bardstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 93
Toward Lexington, Bardstown
5
42.7 mi into trip|~49m in|US 150
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
123.5 mi into trip|~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 41
Toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somer...
5
123.8 mi into trip|~2h 22m in|KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway
Turn left onto KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
185.3 mi into trip|~3h 36m in|Laurel Street
Turn left onto Laurel Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Elizabethtown, KY and Hazard, KY, road signs point toward Bardstown, Hal Rogers Parkway: London and Somerset.
Bardstown
27.6 mi in|~31m|via US 31E Truck
Hal Rogers Parkway: London
123.5 mi in|~2h 22m
Somerset
123.5 mi in|~2h 22m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Hal Rogers Parkway
56.9 mi
1h 5m
Danville Road
29 mi
33m
US 150
24.3 mi
27m
Bluegrass Parkway
23.8 mi
25m
I 75
17.9 mi
19m
Bardstown Road
9.2 mi
10m
Springfield Road
5.6 mi
6m
South Danville Bypass
5.5 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Hal Rogers Parkway
— 56.9 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown, KY and Hazard, KY.
1
Start on US 62; KY 61
2.0 mi·3 min·North Mulberry Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
3
Merge onto I 65
0.6 mi·38 sec·I 65
4
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 93Toward Lexington, BardstownUse the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
24 mi·25 min·Bluegrass Parkway
6
Take the exit onto US 31E Truck
0.3 mi·33 sec·US 31E Truck
Toward Bardstown
7
Turn right onto US 150
5.6 mi·6 min·Springfield Road
8
Continue on US 150
9.2 mi·10 min·Bardstown Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
93 ft·1 sec·US 150
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 150
24 mi·27 min·US 150
11
Turn right onto US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass
5.5 mi·6 min·South Danville Bypass
12
Continue on US 150
2.0 mi·2 min·Stanford Road
13
Continue on US 150
29 mi·33 min·Danville Road
14
Continue on US 25
2.0 mi·2 min·South Daniel Boone Trail
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
16
Merge onto I 75
18 mi·19 min·I 75
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Exit 41Toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, SomersetUse the left lane.
18
Turn left onto KY 80
57 mi·1 hr 5 min·Hal Rogers Parkway
Use the left lane.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Toward KY 451
20
Turn right onto KY 451
4.2 mi·7 min·Coates Branch Road
21
Continue on KY 15 Business
0.1 mi·12 sec·Memorial Drive
22
Turn right onto KY 1762
0.2 mi·33 sec·L O Davis Drive
23
Turn left onto Laurel Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·Laurel Street
24
Arrive at destination
Laurel Street
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 92.8 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.9 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 41 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.8 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hazard, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elizabethtown, 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 Elizabethtown, KY
This is one driving day of about 185.5 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Elizabethtown, 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 56.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.8 mi from Elizabethtown, KY
· 1h 47m into the drive
The midpoint is around 92.8 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hazard, KY
The final approach into Hazard, 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 Hazard, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 6.4
The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 70.4
The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importa...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 102.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.00 one way
$58.00 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.84
$63.68
premium
$4.89
$35.70
$71.40
diesel
$5.61
$40.96
$81.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.7
0
$19.48
$8.90
Efficient EV
46.4
0
$16.23
$7.42
EV Truck/SUV
74.2
0
$25.97
$11.87
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Elizabethtown, KY
Afternoon
in Elizabethtown on Friday
Local time
2:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hazard, KY
Afternoon
in Hazard on Friday
Local time
2:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
26 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
3h 37m 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 Hazard, KY covers 185.5 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hal Rogers Parkway, Danville Road, US 150. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.8 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 $29.00 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 185.5 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: at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.7 miles (US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 123.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Elizabethtown, KY and Hazard, KY, road signs point toward Bardstown, Hal Rogers Parkway: London and Somerset.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
