Origin
Russellville, KY
Evening in Russellville on Sunday
Local time
8:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Russellville, KY to Hopkinsville, KY
Drive Time
39m
Distance
35.3 mi
57 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
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6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russellville, KY
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Hopkinsville, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Russellville and Hopkinsville, this 35.3-mile journey is a quick, straightforward transit across the Kentucky countryside. Expect to spend about 39 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via North Main Street, West 4th Street, and Hopkinsville Road, keeping the entire route within the Southeast region. With fuel costs estimated at just $5, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows without worrying about complex logistics.
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
17.7 miles from Russellville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than zoning out on a monotonous interstate. Because the highway share for this route is 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed, multi-lane traffic; instead, you’ll focus on navigating the local road network. There isn't a long, uninterrupted highway stretch here, as the longest segment is 0 miles on North Main Street, emphasizing the localized nature of the path. The road feels intimate and practical, trading speed for a more hands-on experience as you transition between these two Kentucky towns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street 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 Russellville, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is easy. At 39m 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 Russellville, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hopkinsville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 9th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bethel Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russellville, KY and Hopkinsville, KY.
1
Start on East 4th Street
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
East 4th Street
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
128 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto West 4th Street
226 ft
·
6 sec
·
West 4th Street
4
Continue on West 4th Street
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 4th Street
5
Continue on Hopkinsville Road
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Hopkinsville Road
6
Continue straight
26 mi
·
31 min
7
Turn right onto East 9th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 9th Street
8
Turn left onto Bethel Street
302 ft
·
13 sec
·
Bethel Street
9
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 39-minute duration, you have total flexibility in your departure time, allowing you to avoid peak local traffic hours if you prefer a quieter drive. Since the entire trip is only 35.3 miles, you won't need to plan for lengthy rest stops or mid-trip refueling, though keeping a $5 bill handy covers your fuel needs easily. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition through the turns on the local roads, as the lack of highway signage means staying alert to your turns is key. Because this is a direct, turn-heavy route, try to time your drive during daylight hours to better navigate the local road transitions with ease.
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 17.7 miles from Russellville, KY, or about 19m 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 35.3 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.7 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopkinsville, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Russellville, 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 Russellville, KY
This is one driving day of about 35.3 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Russellville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.7 mi from Russellville, KY · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from Russellville, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hopkinsville, KY
The final approach into Hopkinsville, 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 Hopkinsville, 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
$5.36 one way
$10.72 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.66 | $13.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.84 | $15.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.69 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Hopkinsville, KY
Evening in Hopkinsville on Sunday
Local time
8:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
3 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
39m 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 Russellville, KY to Hopkinsville, KY covers 35.3 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, West 4th Street, Hopkinsville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.7 miles from Russellville, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.36 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 Russellville, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is easy. At 39m 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 Russellville, KY to Hopkinsville, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Russellville, KY to Hopkinsville, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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