Origin
Hopkinsville, KY
Afternoon in Hopkinsville on Sunday
Local time
3:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopkinsville, KY to Cadiz, KY
Drive Time
27m
Distance
20.5 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopkinsville, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Cadiz, KY
Antonio Garcia Prats
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, direct trek through Kentucky, the 20.5-mile journey from Hopkinsville to Cadiz is an efficient choice. Spanning just 27 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a half-day excursion or a simple afternoon outing. You will rely entirely on local roads, specifically Cadiz Road, Hopkinsville Road, and Main Street, as there is no highway travel involved. Budget roughly $3 for fuel, making this an extremely affordable trip for your wallet. Since both towns are located within the Southeast region of Kentucky, the drive maintains a consistent local atmosphere from start to finish. It is a straightforward connection that does not require an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
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
10.3 miles from Hopkinsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Because the route consists of 0% highway travel, you will need to stay alert as you navigate the winding transitions between Cadiz Road, Hopkinsville Road, and Main Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 9.2-mile segment on Cadiz Road, which serves as the primary backbone of the drive. The personality of this trip is defined by its localized nature, requiring you to remain engaged with the road conditions throughout the entire 20.5-mile distance. It is an ideal path for drivers who prefer slower, more technical road segments over high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cadiz Road is the longest continuous segment at about 9.2 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 around 0.1 miles in near US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 68; KY 80 / Cadiz Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 18.2 miles (US 68 Business / Merchant Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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US 68; KY 80 / Cadiz Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; KY 80 / Cadiz Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
18.2 mi into trip
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~22m in
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US 68 Business / Merchant Street
Turn right onto US 68 Business / Merchant Street
Navigation decision point
3
20.4 mi into trip
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~26m in
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Brown Street
Turn right onto Brown Street
Navigation decision point
4
20.5 mi into trip
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~27m in
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KY 139 / Jefferson Street
Turn right onto KY 139 / Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cadiz Road | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Hopkinsville Road | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| West 7th Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West 9th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Merchant Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bethel Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Brown Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Cadiz Road
— 9.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkinsville, KY and Cadiz, KY.
1
Start on Bethel Street
301 ft
·
20 sec
·
Bethel Street
2
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80; KY 109
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 9th Street
3
Continue on US 68; KY 80; KY 109
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West 7th Street
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 68; KY 80
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Cadiz Road
5
Continue on US 68; KY 80
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Hopkinsville Road
6
Turn right onto US 68 Business
375 ft
·
7 sec
·
Merchant Street
7
Continue on US 68 Business
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
8
Turn right onto Brown Street
291 ft
·
8 sec
·
Brown Street
9
Turn right onto KY 139
243 ft
·
4 sec
·
Jefferson Street
10
Arrive at destination
KY 139
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with no required stops, you have the freedom to depart whenever it best fits your day. Plan to keep your focus sharp, as the turn-heavy nature of the route means you will be navigating intersections frequently rather than cruising at high speeds. With a fuel cost of only $3, you won't need to stress about planning complex refueling stops along the way. Use the 27-minute duration to your advantage by keeping your itinerary flexible; you can easily complete the trip in one day without feeling rushed. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between Cadiz Road and Main Street before you head out, as these local road switches are the most significant parts of your navigation.
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 10.3 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.2 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 20.5 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.3 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cadiz, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hopkinsville, 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 Hopkinsville, KY
This is one driving day of about 20.5 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hopkinsville, 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 Cadiz Road for about 9.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.3 mi from Hopkinsville, KY · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.3 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cadiz, KY
The final approach into Cadiz, 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 Cadiz, 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
$3.11 one way
$6.23 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.43 | $6.87 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.55 | $9.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.79 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Cadiz, KY
Afternoon in Cadiz on Sunday
Local time
3:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
20 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
27m 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 Hopkinsville, KY to Cadiz, KY covers 20.5 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cadiz Road, Hopkinsville Road, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.3 miles from Hopkinsville, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.11 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 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 68; KY 80; KY 109 / West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 68; KY 80 / Cadiz Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 18.2 miles (US 68 Business / Merchant Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hopkinsville, KY to Cadiz, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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