Origin
Radcliff, KY
Evening in Radcliff on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Radcliff, KY to Madisonville, KY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
120.4 mi
194 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 10m
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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Madisonville, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Radcliff, KY to Madisonville, KY covers 120.4 miles and takes about 2h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Woodland Drive, West Lincoln Trail Boulevard, South Dixie Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.82 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.2 miles from Radcliff, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 15m drive with frequent turns across 120.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Woodland Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Radcliff, KY to Madisonville, KY is easy. At 2h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Radcliff, KY to Madisonville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Woodland Drive | — | — |
| West Lincoln Trail Boulevard | — | — |
| South Dixie Boulevard | — | — |
| North Dixie Highway | — | — |
| Elizabethtown Bypass | — | — |
| Leitchfield | — | — |
| Western Kentucky Parkway | — | — |
| I 69 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Woodland Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Radcliff, KY and Madisonville, 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 West Lincoln Trail Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lincoln Trail Boulevard
4
Turn right onto South Dixie Boulevard
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
South Dixie Boulevard
5
Keep slight right to continue on South Dixie Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
South Dixie Boulevard
6
Keep slight right to continue on South Dixie Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dixie Boulevard
7
Continue on North Dixie Highway
476 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Dixie Highway
8
Keep slight right to continue on North Dixie Highway
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 slight right toward Leitchfield, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Leitchfield, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
11
Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
97 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
Western Kentucky Parkway
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 69 North: Henderson
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69 North: Henderson
13
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
14
Merge slight left
7.3 mi
·
7 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward KY 70: Madisonville, Central City
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
KY 70: Madisonville, Central City
16
Keep slight left
95 ft
·
4 sec
17
Turn left onto Anton Road
456 ft
·
16 sec
·
Anton Road
18
Continue on East Center Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Center Street
19
Continue on East Arch Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Arch Street
20
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Main Street
21
Arrive at your destination
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 60.2 miles from Radcliff, KY, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.2 miles or 1h 7m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Madisonville, 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 120.4 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Radcliff, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.2 mi from Radcliff, KY · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.2 miles from Radcliff, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Madisonville, KY
The final approach into Madisonville, 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 Madisonville, 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
$18.82 one way
$37.65 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.67 | $41.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.17 | $46.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.58 | $53.17 |
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 | $12.64 | $5.78 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.86 | $7.71 |
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.
Destination
Madisonville, KY
Evening in Madisonville on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Oak Grove, 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 15m 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 Madisonville, KY covers 120.4 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Woodland Drive, West Lincoln Trail Boulevard, South Dixie Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.2 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 $18.82 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.
The drive from Radcliff, KY to Madisonville, KY is easy. At 2h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Radcliff, KY to Madisonville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Radcliff, KY to Madisonville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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