The drive from Monticello, KY to Elizabethtown, KY covers 120.2 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Campbellsville Road, KY 90, Cumberland Parkway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.7 miles on Campbellsville Road.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.79 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.
Midpoint
60.1 miles from Monticello, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 120.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Monticello, KY to Elizabethtown, KY covers 120.2 miles and takes about 2h 26m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Campbellsville Road is the longest continuous segment at about 20.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 46.7 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 120.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 46.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 60.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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46.7 mi into trip|~1h in
Take the exit toward US 127: Russell Springs, Jamestown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 62
Toward US 127: Russell Springs, Jamestown
5
60 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward KY 55: Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 49
Toward KY 55: Columbia
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60.3 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward KY 55: Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 49
Toward KY 55: Columbia
5
120.1 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|US 31W; KY 61 / West Dixie Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W; KY 61 / West Dixie Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
120.2 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|US 62; KY 61 / North Mulberry Street
Turn right onto US 62; KY 61 / North Mulberry Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Monticello, KY to Elizabethtown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Jamestown along the way.
Jamestown
46.7 mi in|~1h
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Campbellsville Road
20.7 mi
24m
KY 90
17.8 mi
26m
Cumberland Parkway
12.9 mi
13m
Hodgenville Road
12.3 mi
13m
Lincoln Parkway
12 mi
13m
New Columbia Road
10.3 mi
11m
Albany Highway
10.2 mi
11m
Jamestown Road
9.9 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
Campbellsville Road
— 20.7 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello, KY and Elizabethtown, KY.
1
Start on KY 90 Business; KY 92
0.4 mi·51 sec·North Main Street
2
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 90 Business
0.9 mi·1 min·Albany Street
3
Turn left onto KY 90
18 mi·26 min·KY 90
4
Turn right onto US 127
9.9 mi·11 min·Jamestown Road
5
Continue on US 127
10 mi·11 min·Albany Highway
6
Continue on US 127
3.7 mi·4 min·Sewellton Road
7
Turn left onto US 127
3.9 mi·4 min·US 127
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 62Toward US 127: Russell Springs, Jamestown
9
Merge onto Cumberland Parkway
13 mi·13 min·Cumberland Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·25 sec
Exit 49Toward KY 55: Columbia
11
Keep slight right at fork
114 ft·2 sec
Exit 49Toward KY 55: Columbia
12
Turn right onto KY 55 Business
0.1 mi·14 sec·Jamestown Street
13
Continue on KY 55 Business
0.9 mi·1 min·Jamestown Street
14
Enter roundabout onto KY 55 Business
37 ft·0 sec·Campbellsville Street
15
Continue on KY 55 Business
0.5 mi·43 sec·Campbellsville Street
16
Continue on KY 55 Business
7.3 mi·8 min·Campbellsville Road
17
Continue on KY 55
10 mi·11 min·New Columbia Road
18
Continue on KY 210
1.2 mi·1 min·Campbellsville Bypass
19
Continue on KY 210
12 mi·13 min·Hodgenville Road
20
Continue on KY 210
13 mi·15 min·Campbellsville Road
21
Turn left onto KY 1618
12 mi·13 min·Lincoln Parkway
22
Turn right onto US 31W; KY 61
1.8 mi·2 min·East Dixie Avenue
23
Turn right onto US 31W; KY 61
134 ft·2 sec·US 31W; KY 61
24
Turn left
118 ft·2 sec
25
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W; KY 61
446 ft·11 sec·West Dixie Avenue
26
Turn right onto US 62; KY 61
77 ft·1 sec·North Mulberry Street
27
Arrive at destination
US 62; KY 61
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 60.1 miles from Monticello, KY, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.7 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 26 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.1 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
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 Monticello, 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 Monticello, KY
This is one driving day of about 120.2 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Monticello, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Campbellsville Road for about 20.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.1 mi from Monticello, KY
· 1h 15m into the drive
The midpoint is around 60.1 miles from Monticello, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 103.7
The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importa...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.79 one way
$37.58 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.63
$41.27
premium
$4.89
$23.13
$46.26
diesel
$5.61
$26.54
$53.08
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: 42.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.1
0
$12.62
$5.77
Efficient EV
30.1
0
$10.52
$4.81
EV Truck/SUV
48.1
0
$16.83
$7.69
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Monticello, KY
Morning
in Monticello on Saturday
Local time
8:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Elizabethtown, KY
Morning
in Elizabethtown on Saturday
Local time
8:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Columbia, KY
60 mi in
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
23 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 26m 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 Monticello, KY to Elizabethtown, KY covers 120.2 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Campbellsville Road, KY 90, Cumberland Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.1 miles from Monticello, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.79 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 120.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 46.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 60.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Monticello, KY to Elizabethtown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Jamestown along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
