Atlanta to Elizabethtown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284.8 miles 458.3 km · straight line
348 miles actual route 560 km · driving distance
6h 54min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Elizabethtown?

The distance from Atlanta to Elizabethtown is 284.8 miles (458.3 km) as the crow flies. Elizabethtown is located NNW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Elizabethtown in Kentucky.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Elizabethtown. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Elizabethtown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 54min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 17min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 33min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Elizabethtown

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Elizabethtown
37.69°N, 85.86°W
America/New_York
221m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM