Origin
Lewisport, KY
Evening in Lewisport on Sunday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lewisport, KY to Hopkinsville, KY
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
101.1 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
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 51m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewisport, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Hopkinsville, KY
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Trip Overview
Spanning 101.1 miles, this trek from Lewisport to Hopkinsville is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 59 minutes. Since it is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize a mix of Frederica Street, US 60, and I-169 to bridge the two Kentucky towns. Budgeting approximately $15 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an affordable option for a quick regional excursion. Both the origin and destination sit within the Southeast region, ensuring a consistent travel experience as you navigate through the state. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that favors efficiency over sightseeing.
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
50.5 miles from Lewisport, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is defined by its 68% highway share, offering a steady pace for the majority of the trip. You will encounter a variety of road types, transitioning from local stretches to more significant interstate travel. The longest uninterrupted portion of the journey occurs on Frederica Street, which spans 29.3 miles of the route. Expect a functional rather than scenic experience, as the road is designed for connectivity between these two Kentucky points. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a consistent drive that shifts from the slower, initial segments of Frederica Street onto the faster, more streamlined sections of I-169.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Frederica Street is the longest continuous segment at about 29.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Frederica Street and I 169. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in near US 60; US 231.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 101.1 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 12.1 miles (US 60; US 231): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
12.1 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 60; US 231
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
21.4 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward US 431 South, KY 2831 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 14
Toward US 431 South, KY 2831 North
7
74.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 38B
Toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville
6
99.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward US 68, KY 80
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 68, KY 80
8
100 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 68, KY 80
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 68, KY 80
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Frederica Street | 29.3 mi | 34m |
| I 169 | 24.7 mi | 26m |
| US 60 | 20.4 mi | 26m |
| Western Kentucky Parkway | 19.6 mi | 21m |
| KY 1031 | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| 4th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East 9th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| McLean Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Frederica Street
— 29.3 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewisport, KY and Hopkinsville, KY.
1
Start on Pell Street
56 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pell Street
2
Turn left onto KY 657
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
3
Turn right onto US 60
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 60
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto US 60; US 231
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 60; US 231
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 60; US 231
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 14
Toward US 431 South, KY 2831 North
7
Keep slight left at fork
181 ft
·
12 sec
8
Turn left onto US 431
29 mi
·
34 min
·
Frederica Street
9
Turn left onto KY 1031
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
KY 1031
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Western Kentucky Parkway
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 38B
Toward I 169 South: Hopkinsville
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 169
281 ft
·
3 sec
·
I 169
14
Continue on I 169
25 mi
·
26 min
·
I 169
Exit 106A
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 9
Toward US 68, KY 80
16
Keep slight right at fork
184 ft
·
4 sec
Exit 9
Toward US 68, KY 80
17
Turn straight onto US 68; KY 80
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
McLean Avenue
18
Turn right onto US 41; KY 109
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 9th Street
19
Turn left onto Bethel Street
301 ft
·
13 sec
·
Bethel Street
20
Arrive at destination
Bethel Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a sub-two-hour drive, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to avoid peak traffic hours if you prefer a quieter road. While there are no formal, mandatory stops built into the itinerary, the short duration means you can easily pace the trip according to your personal comfort. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when navigating the transition between US 60 and I-169 to ensure you maintain your $15 budget without needing to hunt for stations in unfamiliar areas. Since the route is efficient and direct, use the extra time saved to explore your destination in Hopkinsville once you arrive. Remember that because this is a single-day commitment, you can focus on a relaxed pace rather than rushing to reach a mid-way point.
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 50.5 miles from Lewisport, KY, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.3 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.5 miles or 1h 3m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopkinsville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lewisport, 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 Lewisport, KY
This is one driving day of about 101.1 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lewisport, 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 Frederica Street for about 29.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.5 mi from Lewisport, KY · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 50.5 miles from Lewisport, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hopkinsville, KY
The final approach into Hopkinsville, 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 Hopkinsville, 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
$15.36 one way
$30.71 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.93 | $33.86 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.09 | $38.17 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.46 | $44.92 |
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: 35.4 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 | 30.3 | 0 | $10.62 | $4.85 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
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
Hopkinsville, KY
Evening in Hopkinsville on Sunday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 59m 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 Lewisport, KY to Hopkinsville, KY covers 101.1 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Frederica Street, I 169, US 60. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.5 miles from Lewisport, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.36 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 17 significant decision points across 101.1 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 12.1 miles (US 60; US 231): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lewisport, KY to Hopkinsville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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