Origin
Hopkinsville, KY
Evening in Hopkinsville on Wednesday
Local time
6:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopkinsville, KY to Earlington, KY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
39m
Distance
32.2 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopkinsville, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hopkinsville, KY to Earlington, KY covers 32.2 miles and takes about 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 9th Street, McLean Avenue, US 62 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.03 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
16.1 miles from Hopkinsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 39m drive with frequent turns across 32.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 9th Street 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 Hopkinsville, KY to Earlington, KY is easy. At 39m 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 Hopkinsville, KY to Earlington, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 9th Street | — | — |
| McLean Avenue | — | — |
| US 62 | — | — |
| Greenville Road | — | — |
| Hopkinsville Road | — | — |
| South Railroad Street | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 9th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopkinsville, KY and Earlington, KY.
1
Start on Bethel Street
302 ft
·
17 sec
·
Bethel Street
2
Turn right onto West 9th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 9th Street
3
Turn left onto McLean Avenue
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
McLean Avenue
4
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
5
Merge slight left
23 mi
·
24 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 62: Greenville, Nortonville
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 62: Greenville, Nortonville
7
Keep slight left
121 ft
·
3 sec
8
Turn straight onto Greenville Road
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Greenville Road
9
Turn right onto Hopkinsville Road
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Hopkinsville Road
10
Continue on South Railroad Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Railroad Street
11
Turn right onto East Main Street
128 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
12
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 16.1 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, or about 19m 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 32 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.1 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Earlington, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Hopkinsville, KY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hopkinsville, KY
This is one driving day of about 32.2 miles and 39m.
At 32.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.1 mi from Hopkinsville, KY · 19m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Hopkinsville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Earlington, KY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Earlington, KY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.03 one way
$10.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.53 | $11.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.20 | $12.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Earlington, KY
Evening in Earlington on Wednesday
Local time
6:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
39m 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 Earlington, KY covers 32.2 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 9th Street, McLean Avenue, US 62. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.1 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 $5.03 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 Hopkinsville, KY to Earlington, KY is easy. At 39m 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 Hopkinsville, KY to Earlington, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hopkinsville, KY to Earlington, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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