The drive from Radcliff, KY to Murray, KY covers 194.8 miles and takes about 3h 36m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Western Kentucky Parkway, I 69, US 641 Spur for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98.3 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.45 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
97.4 miles from Radcliff, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 49m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 194.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 36m highway drive covering 194.8 miles, with most of the trip on Western Kentucky Parkway and I 69. The longest continuous stretch is about 98.3 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Western Kentucky Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 98.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Western Kentucky Parkway and I 69. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Woodland Drive.
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 194.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.1 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Woodland Drive
Turn left onto North Woodland Drive
Navigation decision point
5
13 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the exit toward Leitchfield, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Leitchfield, Paducah, Western Kentucky P...
7
149.1 mi into trip|~2h 44m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 24 West, I 69 South: Paducah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 68B
Toward I 24 West, I 69 South: Paducah
5
165.3 mi into trip|~3h 2m in|I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 25A
6
175.7 mi into trip|~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 641 Spur South: Hardin, Murray
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 41
Toward US 641 Spur South: Hardin, Murray
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Radcliff, KY and Murray, KY, road signs point toward Leitchfield, Paducah and Western Kentucky Parkway West.
Leitchfield
13 mi in|~18m
Paducah
13 mi in|~18m
Western Kentucky Parkway West
13 mi in|~18m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Western Kentucky Parkway
98.3 mi
1h 45m
I 69
64 mi
1h 9m
US 641 Spur
18.1 mi
21m
South Dixie Boulevard
5.2 mi
7m
North Dixie Highway
3.8 mi
4m
Elizabethtown Bypass
3.2 mi
3m
West Lincoln Trail Boulevard
0.6 mi
1m
North Woodland Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Western Kentucky Parkway
— 98.3 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Radcliff, KY and Murray, 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
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·North Dixie Highway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31W
3.7 mi·4 min·North Dixie Highway
9
Turn right onto Elizabethtown Bypass
3.2 mi·3 min·Elizabethtown Bypass
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward Leitchfield, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
11
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
97 mi·1 hr 44 min·Western Kentucky Parkway
12
Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
0.8 mi·54 sec·Western Kentucky Parkway
Exit 38A
13
Merge onto I 69
37 mi·40 min·I 69
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
16 mi·17 min·I 69
Exit 68BToward I 24 West, I 69 South: Paducah
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
10 mi·11 min·I 69
Exit 25A
16
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 41Toward US 641 Spur South: Hardin, Murray
17
Continue on US 641 Spur
18 mi·21 min·US 641 Spur
18
Turn left onto KY 94
135 ft·2 sec·Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
KY 94
Trip Plan
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 97.4 miles from Radcliff, KY, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.3 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 43 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.4 miles or 1h 49m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Murray, 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 194.8 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Radcliff, 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 Western Kentucky Parkway for about 98.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 97.4 mi from Radcliff, KY
· 1h 49m into the drive
The midpoint is around 97.4 miles from Radcliff, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Murray, KY
The final approach into Murray, 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 Murray, 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...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 13.4
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, e...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
Free
near mile 40.3
Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on Sunday, February 16, 1862. The Union victory at Fort Donels...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 194.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.45 one way
$60.91 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg68 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$33.44
$66.88
premium
$4.89
$37.49
$74.97
diesel
$5.61
$43.01
$86.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
58.4
0
$20.45
$9.35
Efficient EV
48.7
0
$17.04
$7.79
EV Truck/SUV
77.9
0
$27.27
$12.47
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Radcliff, KY
Afternoon
in Radcliff on Friday
Local time
1:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Murray, KY
Afternoon
in Murray on Friday
Local time
12:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Greenville, KY
97 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
20 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
3h 36m 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 Murray, KY covers 194.8 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Western Kentucky Parkway, I 69, US 641 Spur. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 97.4 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 $30.45 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 194.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.1 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Radcliff, KY and Murray, KY, road signs point toward Leitchfield, Paducah and Western Kentucky Parkway West.
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.
