Origin
Hopkinsville, KY
Evening in Hopkinsville on Sunday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopkinsville, KY to Lewisport, KY
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
100.8 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
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6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopkinsville, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Lewisport, KY
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Trip Overview
Spanning 100.8 miles across Kentucky, this drive connects Hopkinsville to Lewisport in just under two hours. You will spend the vast majority of your time on highways, as the route is 97% highway-focused. It is an efficient, straightforward trip that is easily manageable within a single day, leaving you no need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel for the journey. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic feel throughout the transit.
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
50.4 miles from Hopkinsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is designed for those who prioritize speed and efficiency over winding backroads. You will rely on a combination of US 431, I 169, and the Western Kentucky Parkway to cover the distance quickly. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 32.7-mile stretch on US 431, which sets the pace for the drive. Because nearly the entire journey consists of high-speed transit, the experience is functional and focused on steady progress. Prepare for a consistent highway environment that keeps you moving toward your destination without significant technical road changes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 431 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 431 and I 169. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 100.8 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 25.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 45.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.8 miles (US 431; KY 70): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
25.8 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward Elizabethtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 34A
Toward Elizabethtown
6
45.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 58
Toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
5
45.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
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US 431; KY 70
Turn right onto US 431; KY 70
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
50 mi into trip
|
~56m in
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US 431
Turn right onto US 431
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
79.4 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
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US 60 / Wendell Ford Expressway
Merge onto US 60 / Wendell Ford Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Hopkinsville, KY and Lewisport, KY, road signs point toward Elizabethtown and City.
Elizabethtown
25.8 mi in
|
~28m
City
45.6 mi in
|
~50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 431 | 32.7 mi | 38m |
| I 169 | 24.4 mi | 26m |
| Western Kentucky Parkway | 19.4 mi | 20m |
| US 60 | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| Wendell Ford Expressway | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| 4th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West 9th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| KY 1031 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 431
— 32.7 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkinsville, KY and Lewisport, KY.
1
Start on Bethel Street
301 ft
·
17 sec
·
Bethel Street
2
Turn right onto US 68; KY 80; KY 109
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 9th Street
3
Turn left onto US 68; KY 80
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
McLean Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
5
Merge onto I 169
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 169
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 34A
Toward Elizabethtown
7
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
19 mi
·
20 min
·
Western Kentucky Parkway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 58
Toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
9
Turn right onto US 431; KY 70
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 431; KY 70
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on KY 1031
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
KY 1031
11
Turn right onto US 431
29 mi
·
33 min
·
US 431
Use the right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
13
Merge onto US 60
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Wendell Ford Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
US 60; US 231
15
Turn right onto US 60
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 60
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto KY 657
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
17
Turn right onto Pell Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pell Street
18
Arrive at destination
Pell Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short two-hour duration, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. Since the trip is direct with no planned stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving Hopkinsville so you can complete the $15 journey without interruption. Keep a close watch on your navigation as you transition between the parkway and US 431, as these shifts happen quickly. Because this is a highway-heavy route, try to avoid peak commuting hours if you prefer a quieter road experience. Use the simple nature of this 100.8-mile drive to your advantage by keeping a steady pace and enjoying the ease of a one-day trip.
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 50.4 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.4 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lewisport, 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 100.8 miles and 1h 58m.
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 US 431 for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.4 mi from Hopkinsville, KY · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.4 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lewisport, KY
The final approach into Lewisport, 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 Lewisport, 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
$15.31 one way
$30.62 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.88 | $33.76 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.03 | $38.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.39 | $44.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.58 | $4.84 |
| Efficient EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.11 | $6.45 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Lewisport, KY
Evening in Lewisport on Sunday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
2 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
1h 58m 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 Lewisport, KY covers 100.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 431, I 169, Western Kentucky 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 50.4 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 $15.31 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 100.8 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 25.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 45.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.8 miles (US 431; KY 70): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hopkinsville, KY and Lewisport, KY, road signs point toward Elizabethtown and City.
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