Origin
London, KY
Afternoon in London on Sunday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from London, KY to Elizabethtown, KY
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
125.4 mi
202 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
London, KY
Josh Withers
Elizabethtown, KY
Vietnam Hidden Light
Trip Overview
Traveling between London and Elizabethtown covers approximately 125.4 miles of Kentucky landscape, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 25 minutes. Since the drive is short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of roads including I-75, Crab Orchard Road, and the Bluegrass Parkway to complete the trek. Budgeting around $19 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for this route. Moving across the state, you transition through the southeast region, making this a straightforward way to connect two distinct areas of Kentucky. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a weekend, this route offers a manageable travel time that fits easily into a busy 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
62.7 miles from London, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip functions as a mixed drive, balancing interstate speed with more moderate local roadway travel. You will spend about 46% of your time on highways, providing a blend of high-speed cruising and slower-paced segments. The longest uninterrupted portion of the journey occurs on Crab Orchard Road, which stretches for 29 miles and requires your full attention. As you transition between the interstate and the parkway, the rhythm of the drive shifts, offering a varied experience behind the wheel. Expect a practical, direct path that moves you efficiently through the Kentucky countryside without unnecessary complications.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Crab Orchard Road is the longest continuous segment at about 29 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 125.4 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 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 98.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
20 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
5
20.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
98.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward Bluegrass Parkway West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Bluegrass Parkway West
9
122.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Take the exit toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 94
Toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
9
123.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 62: Historic Downtown Elizabethtown, Elizabethtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward US 62: Historic Downtown Elizabethtown,...
Towns Along This Route
Between London, KY and Elizabethtown, KY, road signs point toward Livingston and Bluegrass Parkway West.
Livingston
20 mi in
|
~22m
Bluegrass Parkway West
98.1 mi in
|
~1h 53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Crab Orchard Road | 29 mi | 33m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 23.9 mi | 25m |
| I 75 | 17.7 mi | 19m |
| Springfield Road | 15.6 mi | 17m |
| US 150 | 15 mi | 17m |
| Perryville Road | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| South Danville Bypass | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| North Mulberry Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Crab Orchard Road
— 29 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between London, KY and Elizabethtown, KY.
1
Start on East 5th Street
133 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 5th Street
2
Turn right onto US 25; KY 80
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto KY 80
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Hal Rogers Parkway
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
5
Merge onto I 75
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 75
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
7
Keep slight left at fork
178 ft
·
5 sec
8
Turn left onto US 25
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Daniel Boone Trail
9
Continue on US 150
29 mi
·
33 min
·
Crab Orchard Road
10
Continue on US 150
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Stanford Road
11
Turn straight onto US 150 Bypass
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Danville Bypass
12
Turn left onto US 150; KY 52
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Perryville Road
13
Continue on US 150; KY 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East 2nd Street
14
Continue on US 150
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Springfield Road
15
Turn left onto US 150
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 150
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 150
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 150
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Bluegrass Parkway West
18
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway; US 31E Truck
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway; US 31E Truck
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
20
Merge onto I 65
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
I 65
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 94
Toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 62: Historic Downtown Elizabethtown, Elizabethtown
Use the left / right lanes.
23
Turn left onto US 62; KY 61
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Mulberry Street
24
Arrive at destination
US 62; KY 61
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 125-mile trek, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road during off-peak hours to ensure your 2-hour and 25-minute estimate remains accurate. Since there are no mandatory stops listed, you can easily complete the entire drive in one go, though checking your fuel levels before starting is a smart move given the $19 estimated cost. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning from I-75 to the smaller state roads, as the change in road type can be sudden. Taking advantage of the Bluegrass Parkway portion allows for a smoother, more consistent pace, so plan your cruise control settings accordingly for that stretch.
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 62.7 miles from London, KY, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.7 miles or 1h 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 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elizabethtown, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving London, 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 London, KY
This is one driving day of about 125.4 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from London, 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 Crab Orchard Road for about 29 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.7 mi from London, KY · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 62.7 miles from London, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elizabethtown, KY
The final approach into Elizabethtown, 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 Elizabethtown, 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
$19.05 one way
$38.09 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.00 | $41.99 |
| premium | $4.80 | $23.67 | $47.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.86 | $55.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.17 | $6.02 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.97 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.56 | $8.03 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Elizabethtown, KY
Afternoon in Elizabethtown on Sunday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
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
2h 25m 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 London, KY to Elizabethtown, KY covers 125.4 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Crab Orchard Road, Bluegrass Parkway, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.7 miles from London, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.05 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 16 significant decision points across 125.4 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 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 98.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between London, KY and Elizabethtown, KY, road signs point toward Livingston and Bluegrass Parkway West.
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