The drive from Union, KY to Henderson, KY covers 212 miles and takes about 4h 4m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, I 71, I 69 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 92.1 miles on I 64.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106 miles from Union, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 4m. Total distance: 212 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 4m highway drive covering 212 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and I 71. The longest continuous stretch is about 92.1 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 92.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KY 536 / Mount Zion Road.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 212 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KY 536 / Mount Zion Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 182.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|KY 536 / Mount Zion Road
Enter roundabout onto KY 536 / Mount Zion Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
182.5 mi into trip|~3h 24m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Henderson, Kentucky
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29A
Toward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Hen...
6
203.1 mi into trip|~3h 48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
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203.6 mi into trip|~3h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
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203.7 mi into trip|~3h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Union, KY to Henderson, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Kentucky along the way.
Kentucky
182.5 mi in|~3h 24m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
92.1 mi
1h 39m
I 71
62.4 mi
1h 6m
I 69
20.1 mi
23m
US 42
7.8 mi
11m
I 265
6.9 mi
8m
Lewis and Clark Bridge
6.1 mi
7m
US 41
6.1 mi
8m
Gene Snyder Freeway
3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 92.1 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union, KY and Henderson, KY.
1
Start on Union School Road
148 ft·12 sec·Union School Road
2
Turn left onto Old Union Road
361 ft·9 sec·Old Union Road
3
Enter roundabout onto KY 536
195 ft·4 sec·Mount Zion Road
4
Continue on KY 536
0.2 mi·26 sec·Mount Zion Road
5
Turn right onto US 42; US 127
0.2 mi·13 sec·US 42; US 127
6
Continue on US 42; US 127
7.7 mi·10 min·US 42; US 127
7
Turn left onto KY 14
2.1 mi·3 min·Verona-Mudlick Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·32 sec
9
Merge onto I 71
62 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward KY 841 North
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward KY 841 North
12
Merge onto KY 841
3.0 mi·3 min·Gene Snyder Freeway
13
Continue on KY 841
6.1 mi·7 min·Lewis and Clark Bridge
14
Continue on SR 265; SR 62
0.8 mi·57 sec·SR 265; SR 62
15
Continue on I 265; SR 62
6.4 mi·7 min·I 265; SR 62
16
Continue on I 265; SR 62
0.5 mi·54 sec·I 265; SR 62
Toward I 64 West, SR 62 West: Saint Louis
17
Merge onto I 64; US 150; SR 62
1.7 mi·2 min·I 64; US 150; SR 62
18
Continue on I 64; SR 62
90 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 64; SR 62
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Exit 29AToward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Henderson, KentuckyUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 69; SR 57
20 mi·23 min·I 69; SR 57
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·16 sec
Toward US 41: Vincennes, Henderson, Kentucky
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·46 sec
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, Kentucky
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·26 sec
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, KentuckyUse the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward US 41 South: Henderson, KentuckyUse the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto US 41
6.1 mi·8 min·US 41
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 15BToward US 60 West, US 41 Alternate: Henderson
27
Turn straight onto US 60; US 41 Alt
1.6 mi·3 min·US 60; US 41 Alt
28
Turn left onto Washington Street
213 ft·10 sec·Washington Street
29
Turn left
98 ft·7 sec
30
Arrive at destination
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 106 miles from Union, KY, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.1 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 47 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Henderson, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Union, 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 Union, KY
This is one driving day of about 212 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Union, 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 I 64 for about 92.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106 mi from Union, KY
· 2h 1m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.6
0
$22.26
$10.18
Efficient EV
53
0
$18.55
$8.48
EV Truck/SUV
84.8
1
$29.68
$13.57
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Union, KY
Evening
in Union on Friday
Local time
6:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Henderson, KY
Evening
in Henderson on Friday
Local time
5:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Greenville, IN
106 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
22 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
4h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Union, KY to Henderson, KY covers 212 miles and takes about 4h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, I 71, I 69. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 106 miles from Union, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.14 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 212 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KY 536 / Mount Zion Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 182.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Union, KY to Henderson, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Kentucky along the way.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
