Origin
Radcliff, KY
Evening in Radcliff on Sunday
Local time
8:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Radcliff, KY to Elizabethtown, KY
Drive Time
17m
Distance
11.9 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
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6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Radcliff, KY
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Elizabethtown, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling between Radcliff and Elizabethtown, you are looking at a quick 11.9-mile transit that typically takes about 17 minutes. This short, straightforward drive stays entirely within the Southeast region of Kentucky, making it an effortless day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via South Dixie Boulevard, North Dixie Highway, and West Dixie Avenue. With a fuel budget of just $2, this route is highly economical for commuters or casual travelers. Since the drive is so brief, it serves as a practical connection between these two communities rather than a major road trip destination. Expect a functional, no-frills journey that gets you from point A to point B with minimal planning.
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
5.9 miles from Radcliff, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Because the route has a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roadways for the duration of your 17-minute trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 5.2-mile segment on South Dixie Boulevard, which provides the most consistent flow before you transition through the remainder of the route. As you move between the two towns, the road personality remains focused on local traffic patterns. You will experience a series of turns that require your full attention, making this a very different experience from a wide-open highway drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Dixie Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 5.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Woodland Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.9 miles you will encounter 6 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: near the start (North Woodland Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Woodland Drive
Turn left onto North Woodland Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard
Turn right onto US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
4.5 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
4.6 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
6.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 31W / North Dixie Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W / North Dixie Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Dixie Boulevard | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| North Dixie Highway | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| West Dixie Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Lincoln Trail Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Woodland Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Mulberry Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Elm Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Dixie Boulevard
— 5.2 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Radcliff, KY and Elizabethtown, KY.
1
Start on Elm Road
49 ft
·
5 sec
·
Elm Road
2
Turn left onto North Woodland Drive
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Woodland Drive
3
Turn left onto KY 1815
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lincoln Trail Boulevard
4
Turn right onto US 31W
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
South Dixie Boulevard
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
South Dixie Boulevard
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dixie Boulevard
7
Continue on US 31W
476 ft
·
6 sec
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North Dixie Highway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
North Dixie Highway
9
Continue on US 31W
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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West Dixie Avenue
10
Turn left onto US 62; KY 61
77 ft
·
1 sec
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North Mulberry Street
11
Arrive at destination
US 62; KY 61
Trip Plan
Since the entire journey covers less than 12 miles, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it suits your schedule without worrying about complex timing. You won’t need to plan for any stops along the way, as the short duration makes a direct trip the most logical approach. Keep in mind that because this is an entirely local-road route, traffic density may fluctuate depending on the time of day, so check your navigation app before departing. Given the low $2 fuel cost, you can easily budget for this trip without any special financial prep. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to stay alert for frequent turns, as the path relies on local roads rather than high-speed thoroughfares.
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 5.9 miles from Radcliff, KY, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.2 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 11.9 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.9 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
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 Radcliff, 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 Radcliff, KY
This is one driving day of about 11.9 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Radcliff, 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 South Dixie Boulevard for about 5.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.9 mi from Radcliff, KY · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.9 miles from Radcliff, 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
$1.81 one way
$3.61 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.99 | $3.99 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.25 | $4.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.64 | $5.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Evening in Elizabethtown on Sunday
Local time
8:33 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
17m 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 Radcliff, KY to Elizabethtown, KY covers 11.9 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Dixie Boulevard, North Dixie Highway, West Dixie Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.9 miles from Radcliff, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.81 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 11.9 miles you will encounter 6 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: near the start (North Woodland Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (US 31W / South Dixie Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Radcliff, KY to Elizabethtown, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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