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Trip from Oklahoma, KY to Liberty, KY

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 10m

Distance

141.5 mi

228 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 58m ★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Oklahoma, KY, KY

Oklahoma, KY

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city in Kentucky, United States

Liberty, KY

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Trip Overview

This 141.5-mile drive from Oklahoma, KY to Liberty, KY is a manageable single-day adventure, taking approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. You'll primarily travel on KY 54 and the Western Kentucky Parkway, with a shorter section on Liberty Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, this trip is budget-friendly. The mixed driving profile suggests a varied experience on the road, making it ideal for a day trip. Traveling within the Southeast region of Kentucky, this route offers a straightforward journey without the need for an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

70.8 miles from Oklahoma, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 141.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 59% of your journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 39.1 miles along KY 54, offering a good opportunity to settle in. As you transition between KY 54, the Western Kentucky Parkway, and Liberty Road, you'll experience a variety of road types. This blend suggests you'll have stretches of faster travel interspersed with more local road conditions, keeping the driving experience dynamic.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
KY 54 is the longest continuous segment at about 39.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 40.6 miles in near US 62; KY 259 / Public Square.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Oklahoma, KY to Liberty, KY is easy. At 3h 10m with 59% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 40.6 miles (US 62; KY 259 / Public Square): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 41.8 miles (Western Kentucky Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.7 miles (KY 210 / Campbellsville Road): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
40.6 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in | US 62; KY 259 / Public Square

Enter roundabout onto US 62; KY 259 / Public Square

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
41.8 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | Western Kentucky Parkway

Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
83.7 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | KY 210 / Campbellsville Road

At end of road, turn right onto KY 210 / Campbellsville Road

Navigation decision point

4
140.9 mi into trip | ~3h 8m in | KY 2313 / Randolph Street

Turn left onto KY 2313 / Randolph Street

Navigation decision point

5
141.5 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in | KY 49 / Lebanon Road

Turn right onto KY 49 / Lebanon Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
KY 54 39.1 mi 1h 2m
Western Kentucky Parkway 29.9 mi 32m
Liberty Road 23.9 mi 35m
Campbellsville Road 13.4 mi 15m
Hodgenville Road 12.3 mi 13m
Lincoln Parkway 12 mi 13m
Elkhorn Road 3.1 mi 4m
KY 764 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: KY 54 — 39.1 mi, about 1h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oklahoma, KY and Liberty, KY.

1

Start on KY 764

1.5 mi · 2 min · KY 764
2

Turn right onto KY 54

39 mi · 1 hr 2 min · KY 54
3

Enter roundabout onto US 62; KY 259

42 ft · 1 sec · Public Square
4

Continue on US 62; KY 259

78 ft · 1 sec · Public Square
5

Turn slight right onto US 62; KY 259

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
7

Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway

30 mi · 32 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on KY 61

12 mi · 13 min · Lincoln Parkway
9

At end of road, turn right onto KY 210

13 mi · 15 min · Campbellsville Road
10

Continue on KY 210

12 mi · 13 min · Hodgenville Road
11

Continue on KY 210

1.2 mi · 1 min · Campbellsville Bypass
12

Turn left onto US 68; KY 55; KY 70

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Broadway
13

Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70

0.1 mi · 12 sec · East Broadway Street
14

Turn right onto KY 70

1.1 mi · 1 min · North Central Avenue
15

Continue on KY 70

3.1 mi · 4 min · Elkhorn Road
16

Continue on KY 70

24 mi · 35 min · Liberty Road
17

Turn left onto US 127; KY 70

1.2 mi · 1 min · US 127; KY 70
18

Turn left onto KY 2313

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Randolph Street
19

At end of road, turn left onto KY 70 Business

364 ft · 7 sec · Middleburg Road
20

Continue on KY 70 Business

370 ft · 9 sec · Campbellsville Street
21

Turn right onto KY 49

233 ft · 4 sec · Lebanon Road
22

Arrive at destination

KY 49

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour duration, starting your drive in the morning from Oklahoma, KY, will allow you ample time to reach Liberty, KY, and still have your afternoon free. With only one recommended stop, you can easily break up the 141.5 miles as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you approach the 39.1-mile stretch on KY 54, as services might be less frequent. The $22 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always have a bit extra for peace of mind. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day, offering flexibility in your departure and arrival times.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.8 miles from Oklahoma, KY, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.1 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 31 miles or 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 70.8 miles or 1h 38m 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 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Liberty, KY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Oklahoma, 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 Oklahoma, KY

This is one driving day of about 141.5 miles and 3h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Oklahoma, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on KY 54 for about 39.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 70.8 mi from Oklahoma, KY · 1h 38m into the drive

county seat of Hardin County, Kentucky, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Elizabethtown, KY

71 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

Hardinsburg, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Elizabethtown, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 70.8 miles from Oklahoma, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Liberty, KY

The final approach into Liberty, 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 Liberty, 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

$22.12 one way

$44.24 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 50 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $24.29 $48.58
premium $4.89 $27.23 $54.46
diesel $5.61 $31.24 $62.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 42.4 0 $14.86 $6.79
Efficient EV 35.4 0 $12.38 $5.66
EV Truck/SUV 56.6 0 $19.81 $9.06

Gas CO2

50 kg

EV CO2

17 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Oklahoma, KY

Evening in Oklahoma on Thursday

Local time

5:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Liberty, KY

Evening in Liberty on Thursday

Local time

6:33 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 10m 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 Oklahoma, KY to Liberty, KY covers 141.5 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KY 54, Western Kentucky Parkway, Liberty Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.8 miles from Oklahoma, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Oklahoma, KY to Liberty, KY is easy. At 3h 10m with 59% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.6 miles (US 62; KY 259 / Public Square): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 41.8 miles (Western Kentucky Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.7 miles (KY 210 / Campbellsville Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Oklahoma, KY to Liberty, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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