The drive from Henderson, KY to Campbellsville, KY covers 163.1 miles and takes about 3h 1m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Western Kentucky Parkway, I 165, Audubon Parkway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 60.4 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.50 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
81.5 miles from Henderson, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 31m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 1m. Total distance: 163.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 1m highway drive covering 163.1 miles, with most of the trip on Western Kentucky Parkway and I 165. The longest continuous stretch is about 60.4 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Western Kentucky Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 60.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Western Kentucky Parkway and I 165. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 163.1 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 2.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 26.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 33.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.7 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward Owensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 12
Toward Owensboro
5
26.5 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward US 60 East: Hawesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 24A
Toward US 60 East: Hawesville
5
33.1 mi into trip|~38m in
Take the exit toward I 165 South: Bowling Green
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 17
Toward I 165 South: Bowling Green
5
62.3 mi into trip|~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward Elizabethtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 41A
Toward Elizabethtown
5
62.6 mi into trip|~1h 10m in|Western Kentucky Parkway
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Henderson, KY to Campbellsville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Elizabethtown along the way.
Elizabethtown
62.3 mi in|~1h 10m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Western Kentucky Parkway
60.4 mi
1h 4m
I 165
28.8 mi
30m
Audubon Parkway
23.2 mi
24m
Campbellsville Road
13.4 mi
15m
Hodgenville Road
12.3 mi
13m
Lincoln Parkway
12 mi
13m
Wendell Ford Expressway
6.2 mi
7m
2nd Street
1.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Western Kentucky Parkway
— 60.4 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson, KY and Campbellsville, 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
0.3 mi·39 sec·South Green Street
4
Turn right onto KY 351
1.2 mi·1 min·2nd Street
5
Keep slight left at fork onto KY 351
0.1 mi·9 sec·2nd Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
7
Merge onto I 69; US 41
0.8 mi·52 sec·I 69; US 41
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward Owensboro
9
Continue on Audubon Parkway
23 mi·24 min·Audubon Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·34 sec
Exit 24AToward US 60 East: Hawesville
11
Merge onto US 60
6.2 mi·7 min·Wendell Ford Expressway
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 17Toward I 165 South: Bowling Green
13
Continue on I 165
29 mi·30 min·I 165
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Exit 41AToward Elizabethtown
15
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Western Kentucky Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on KY 61
12 mi·13 min·Lincoln Parkway
17
At end of road, turn right onto KY 210
13 mi·15 min·Campbellsville Road
18
Continue on KY 210
12 mi·13 min·Hodgenville Road
19
Continue on KY 210
1.2 mi·1 min·Campbellsville Bypass
20
Turn left onto US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.9 mi·1 min·West Broadway
21
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.3 mi·21 sec·East Broadway Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 68
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 81.5 miles from Henderson, KY, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.4 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 36 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.5 miles or 1h 31m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Campbellsville, 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 163.1 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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 Western Kentucky Parkway for about 60.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.5 mi from Henderson, KY
· 1h 31m into the drive
The midpoint is around 81.5 miles from Henderson, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Western Kentucky Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.4 miles.
Arriving in Campbellsville, KY
The final approach into Campbellsville, 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 Campbellsville, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Druther's Restaurant
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Campbellsville, Kentucky
Near the end, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Inexpensiv
mile 163.1
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 134.9
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, e...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 95.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.50 one way
$51.00 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.00
$55.99
premium
$4.89
$31.39
$62.77
diesel
$5.61
$36.01
$72.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.9
0
$17.13
$7.83
Efficient EV
40.8
0
$14.27
$6.52
EV Truck/SUV
65.2
0
$22.83
$10.44
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Henderson, KY
Afternoon
in Henderson on Friday
Local time
2:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Campbellsville, KY
Afternoon
in Campbellsville on Friday
Local time
3:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
1 hour later
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
3h 1m 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 Henderson, KY to Campbellsville, KY covers 163.1 miles and takes about 3h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Western Kentucky Parkway, I 165, Audubon Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.5 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 $25.50 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.1 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 2.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 26.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 33.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Henderson, KY to Campbellsville, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Elizabethtown along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and Mammoth Cave National Park.
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.
