Origin
Elizabethtown, KY
Afternoon in Elizabethtown on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethtown, KY to Radcliff, KY
Drive Time
19m
Distance
11.9 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
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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Radcliff, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion between Elizabethtown and Radcliff, KY, you are looking at a short, manageable 11.9-mile journey. This trip typically takes about 19 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via North Dixie Highway, South Dixie Boulevard, and West Dixie Avenue to reach your destination. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, this is an incredibly budget-friendly drive. Both towns are located within the Southeast region, ensuring a consistent local atmosphere throughout the trip. It is a straightforward commute that serves as a practical link between these two Kentucky communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
6 miles from Elizabethtown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will stay entirely on local thoroughfares instead of high-speed expressways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 6.7 miles along North Dixie Highway, which provides the most consistent flow before you encounter more frequent turns. The route maintains a steady, localized pace that reflects the character of the region. Navigating these specific Dixie-named roads requires your full attention as you transition from the start to the finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Dixie Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 31W / West Dixie Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 31W / West Dixie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (US 31W / North Dixie Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.6 miles (North Woodland Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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US 31W / West Dixie Avenue
Turn right onto US 31W / West Dixie Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
7.3 mi into trip
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~11m in
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US 31W / North Dixie Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W / North Dixie Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
11.6 mi into trip
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~18m in
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North Woodland Drive
Turn right onto North Woodland Drive
Navigation decision point
4
11.9 mi into trip
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~19m in
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Elm Road
Turn right onto Elm Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Dixie Highway | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| South Dixie Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| West Dixie Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Lincoln Trail Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Woodland Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Mulberry Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Elm Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Dixie Highway
— 6.7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown, KY and Radcliff, KY.
1
Start on US 62; KY 61
77 ft
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5 sec
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North Mulberry Street
2
Turn right onto US 31W
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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West Dixie Avenue
3
Continue on US 31W
6.3 mi
·
9 min
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North Dixie Highway
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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North Dixie Highway
5
Continue on US 31W
3.3 mi
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5 min
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South Dixie Boulevard
6
Turn left onto KY 1815
0.6 mi
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1 min
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West Lincoln Trail Boulevard
7
Turn right onto North Woodland Drive
0.3 mi
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38 sec
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North Woodland Drive
8
Turn right onto Elm Road
49 ft
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1 sec
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Elm Road
9
Arrive at destination
Elm Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 19-minute trip with no required stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to worry about complex refueling strategies or long-haul rest planning given the minimal $2 fuel requirement. Because the route relies on local roads rather than interstates, be prepared for typical local traffic patterns that might fluctuate throughout the day. Your biggest advantage here is the short distance, which allows you to move between Elizabethtown and Radcliff without the fatigue of a long-distance drive. Keep a close eye on your GPS as you navigate the turns between North Dixie Highway and West Dixie Avenue to ensure you stay on the correct path.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 6 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 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 11.9 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Radcliff, 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 11.9 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elizabethtown, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North Dixie Highway for about 6.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6 mi from Elizabethtown, KY · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Radcliff, KY
The final approach into Radcliff, 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 Radcliff, 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
$1.81 one way
$3.61 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.99 | $3.99 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.25 | $4.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.64 | $5.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Radcliff, KY
Afternoon in Radcliff on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
19m 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 Radcliff, KY covers 11.9 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Dixie Highway, South Dixie Boulevard, West Dixie Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 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 $1.81 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 is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 31W / West Dixie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (US 31W / North Dixie Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.6 miles (North Woodland Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Elizabethtown, KY to Radcliff, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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