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Where to stay
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Elizabethtown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Elizabethtown

With a population of 28,531, Elizabethtown is a must-see destination in Kentucky, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Elizabethtown has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Elizabethtown

Activities

AXE PLAY ETOWN- Axe Throwing, bar, and party venue
Adventure
Salt Room
Wellness

When to visit Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Elizabethtown in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Elizabethtown in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.9″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Elizabethtown, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to Elizabethtown

Plane

Although Elizabethtown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Louisville Airport (SDF), which is located 34 miles from Elizabethtown. Louisville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Elizabethtown departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Elizabethtown is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 117 miles from Elizabethtown. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Elizabethtown, including Amtrak, Tornado Bus and Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Elizabethtown takes 390 miles and will cost you around $164. From Cleveland, the ticket costs about $161 for a journey of 480 miles.

Plane

Although Elizabethtown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Louisville Airport (SDF), which is located 34 miles from Elizabethtown. Louisville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Elizabethtown departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Elizabethtown is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 117 miles from Elizabethtown. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Elizabethtown, including Amtrak, Tornado Bus and Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Elizabethtown takes 390 miles and will cost you around $164. From Cleveland, the ticket costs about $161 for a journey of 480 miles.

Airports near Elizabethtown

SDFLouisville Intl
EVVEvansville Dress Regional
LEXLexington Blue Grass

Airlines serving Elizabethtown

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,612 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,557 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,039 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,678 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,065 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,500 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,591 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,396 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,478 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,891 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,017 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,638 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,177 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,653 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 reviews)
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Where to stay in Elizabethtown

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Country Inn Suites by Radisson, Elizabethtown KY and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Elizabethtown.

Where to stay in popular areas of Elizabethtown

Most booked hotels in Elizabethtown

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Best Western Plus Elizabethtown Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 378 reviews)
$83+
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Country Inn Suites by Radisson, Elizabethtown KY
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 958 reviews)
$82+
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Wingfield Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1955 reviews)
$54+
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Baymont by Wyndham Elizabethtown
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 517 reviews)
$62+
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Ramada by Wyndham Elizabethtown
2 stars
Good (7.7, 861 reviews)
$61+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Elizabethtown
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 715 reviews)
$52+
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Renting a car in Elizabethtown

Renting a car in Elizabethtown costs $57 per day, on average, or $172 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Elizabethtown.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Elizabethtown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Elizabethtown is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Elizabethtown costs $57 per day, on average, or $172 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Elizabethtown.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Elizabethtown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Elizabethtown is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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