Origin
Elizabethtown, KY
Night in Elizabethtown on Wednesday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethtown, KY to Columbia, KY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
58.9 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
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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Columbia, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Elizabethtown, KY to Columbia, KY covers 58.9 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Dixie Avenue, East Dixie Avenue, Lincoln Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.21 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.5 miles from Elizabethtown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 8m drive with frequent turns across 58.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Dixie Avenue 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Elizabethtown, KY to Columbia, KY is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elizabethtown, KY to Columbia, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Dixie Avenue | — | — |
| East Dixie Avenue | — | — |
| Lincoln Parkway | — | — |
| Campbellsville Road | — | — |
| Hodgenville Road | — | — |
| Campbellsville Bypass | — | — |
| New Columbia Road | — | — |
| Campbellsville Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Dixie Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown, KY and Columbia, KY.
1
Start on North Mulberry Street
79 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Mulberry Street
2
Turn left onto West Dixie Avenue
354 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Dixie Avenue
3
Turn right
131 ft
·
2 sec
4
Turn left
125 ft
·
3 sec
5
Turn slight right onto East Dixie Avenue
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Dixie Avenue
6
Turn left onto Lincoln Parkway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Lincoln Parkway
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto Campbellsville Road
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Campbellsville Road
8
Continue on Hodgenville Road
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Hodgenville Road
9
Continue on Campbellsville Bypass
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Campbellsville Bypass
10
Continue on New Columbia Road
10 mi
·
11 min
·
New Columbia Road
11
Continue on Campbellsville Road
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Campbellsville Road
12
Continue on Campbellsville Street
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Campbellsville Street
13
Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
141 ft
·
2 sec
·
Public Square
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 29.5 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, or about 34m 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 13 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.5 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbia, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Elizabethtown, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elizabethtown, KY
This is one driving day of about 58.9 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Elizabethtown, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.5 mi from Elizabethtown, KY · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.5 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbia, KY
The final approach into Columbia, 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
$9.21 one way
$18.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.11 | $20.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.33 | $22.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.00 | $26.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Columbia, KY
Night in Columbia on Wednesday
Local time
9:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
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
1h 8m 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 Columbia, KY covers 58.9 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Dixie Avenue, East Dixie Avenue, Lincoln Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.5 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 $9.21 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.
The drive from Elizabethtown, KY to Columbia, KY is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elizabethtown, KY to Columbia, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Elizabethtown, KY to Columbia, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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