How far is Frankfort, KY from Bowling Green, KY?

Fastest route

The distance between Frankfort, Kentucky 40601 and Bowling Green, Kentucky is approximately 150 miles, and the estimated travel time is 2 hours and 22 minutes. The route includes U.S. 127 S, KY-9002 W, and I-65 S. Please note that Bowling Green is in a different time zone.

Directions

1. Start your journey by heading northeast on Elk Alley toward Mero St.
2. Continue straight to stay on Mero St.
3. Proceed onto US-127 S/W Frankfort Connector.
4. Follow US-127 S, passing by Fazoli's on the right, for approximately 4.2 miles.
5. Turn right onto the Blue Grass Pkwy W ramp to Elizabethtown.
6. Merge onto KY-9002 W/Bluegrass Pkwy.
7. Use any lane to take exit 1B to merge onto I-65 S toward Nashville/Paducah/Western Kentucky Pkwy.
8. Take exit 28 to merge onto KY-446 W.
9. Follow US-31W S/Louisville Rd and Adams St to Russellville Rd.
10. Keep left at the fork, following signs for US-31W S/Bowling Green, and merge onto US-31W S/Louisville Rd.
11. Continue onto Kentucky St.
12. Continue straight to stay on Kentucky St.
13. Kentucky St will turn slightly right and become Adams St.
14. Continue straight to stay on Adams St.
15. Continue onto University Blvd.
16. Turn right onto Russellville Rd.
17. Your destination, Bowling Green, Kentucky, will be ahead.

Tips & Suggestions

• 🚗 Make sure to follow the given directions and use the specified routes to reach your destination efficiently.
• ⏰ Remember that Bowling Green is in a different time zone, so consider adjusting your plans accordingly.
• 🛣️ Take note of the highway exits and road names to stay on track during your journey.
• 📶 If you are using navigation, ensure that you have a reliable internet connection or a GPS device to assist you along the way.
• ⛽ Plan for any necessary fuel stops or restroom breaks during your trip.
• 🚧 Be aware of any ongoing road construction or traffic updates that may affect your route. Stay updated using local traffic news or navigation apps.
• 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the general layout of Bowling Green to help navigate within the city more smoothly.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Frankfort and Bowling Green is 119.94 miles (193.03 km).

Flight distance from Frankfort, KY to Bowling Green, KY is 119.94 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Frankfort to Bowling Green with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Frankfort, Kentucky to Bowling Green, Kentucky is: 148.18 miles (238.47 km) by car.

Driving from Frankfort to Bowling Green will take approximately 02 hours 22 minutes.

#1 Frankfort

County seat city in Franklin County, Kentucky, USA and Kentucky federated state capital city

Population	27715
GPS Coordinates	38°12'3"N 84°52'24"W
Latitude	38.2009100
Longitude	-84.8732800
Altitude	155
Country	United States

#2 Bowling Green

The most populous city in Warren County, Kentucky. It is located on the Barren River in central Kentucky. Bowling Green is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the National Corvette Museum and the Western Kentucky University campus.

Population	70631
GPS Coordinates	36°59'25"N 86°26'37"W
Latitude	36.9903200
Longitude	-86.4436000
Altitude	161
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Frankfort and Bowling Green

The distance between Frankfort and Bowling Green is 238 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 38 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Frankfort, KY and Bowling Green, KY. The current time in Frankfort is 16:40:40, although it is 15:40:40 in Bowling Green.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.79 liters (5.23 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Frankfort and Bowling Green.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Frankfort to Bowling Green is $16.68 (diesel $21.99).

Kentucky gas prices.

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Kentucky ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.191 (Diesel $4.206) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Frankfort and Bowling Green (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.