The drive from Henderson, KY to Burlington, KY covers 219.5 miles and takes about 4h 9m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, I 71, I 69 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 91.7 miles on I 64.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
109.8 miles from Henderson, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 9m. Total distance: 219.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 9m highway drive covering 219.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and I 71. The longest continuous stretch is about 91.7 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 120.8 miles in near I 265; SR 62.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 219.5 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 120.8 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 138 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 205.6 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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120.8 mi into trip|~2h 18m in|I 265; SR 62
Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62 toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 121
Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
6
138 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 71 North: Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 71 North: Cincinnati
8
205.6 mi into trip|~3h 51m in|I 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71 toward I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
8
214.6 mi into trip|~4h 1m in
Take the exit toward KY 18: Florence, Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 181
Toward KY 18: Florence, Burlington
7
219.5 mi into trip|~4h 9m in|KY 338 / Jefferson Street
Turn left onto KY 338 / Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
91.7 mi
1h 39m
I 71
76.2 mi
1h 21m
I 69
20 mi
23m
SR 265
7.4 mi
8m
I 265
6.4 mi
7m
US 41
5.3 mi
7m
Burlington Pike
4.5 mi
7m
Gene Snyder Freeway
3.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 91.7 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson, KY and Burlington, KY.
1
Start on this road
98 ft·9 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
213 ft·9 sec·Washington Street
3
Turn right onto US 60; US 41 Alt
1.6 mi·3 min·South Green Street
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward US 41: Evansville, Madisonville
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward US 41 North: Evansville
6
Merge onto US 41
5.3 mi·7 min·US 41
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward I 69 North
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 69 North
9
Merge onto I 69
20 mi·23 min·I 69
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·58 sec
Exit 21AToward I 64 East: Louisville
11
Merge onto I 64
92 mi·1 hr 39 min·I 64
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62
6.4 mi·7 min·I 265; SR 62
Exit 121Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
13
Continue on SR 265; SR 62
7.4 mi·8 min·SR 265; SR 62
14
Continue on KY 841
3.4 mi·3 min·Gene Snyder Freeway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 71 North: CincinnatiUse the right lane.
16
Merge onto I 71
67 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
8.9 mi·9 min·I 71
Toward I 75 North, I 71 North: CincinnatiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 181Toward KY 18: Florence, BurlingtonUse the slight right lane.
19
Turn left onto KY 18
3.1 mi·4 min·Burlington Pike
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on KY 18
1.4 mi·2 min·Burlington Pike
21
Continue on KY 18
0.2 mi·28 sec·Washington Street
22
Turn left onto KY 338
68 ft·1 sec·Jefferson Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
KY 338
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 109.8 miles from Henderson, KY, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.7 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 48 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.8 miles or 2h 6m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Henderson, 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 Henderson, KY
This is one driving day of about 219.5 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Henderson, 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 I 64 for about 91.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.8 mi from Henderson, KY
· 2h 6m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.32 one way
$68.63 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$37.68
$75.36
premium
$4.89
$42.24
$84.48
diesel
$5.61
$48.46
$96.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.9
0
$23.05
$10.54
Efficient EV
54.9
0
$19.21
$8.78
EV Truck/SUV
87.8
1
$30.73
$14.05
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Henderson, KY
Late night
in Henderson on Saturday
Local time
12:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Burlington, KY
Late night
in Burlington on Saturday
Local time
1:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Greenville, IN
110 mi in
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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
22 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
4h 9m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Henderson, KY to Burlington, KY covers 219.5 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, I 71, I 69. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109.8 miles from Henderson, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.32 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 219.5 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 120.8 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 138 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 205.6 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Henderson, KY to Burlington, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
