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Bardstown, KY

Bardstown is a home rule-class city in Nelson County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 13,567 in the 2020 census.

Type CityPopulation 13,567

Why go

  • City in Kentucky, United States.
  • Served by Addington Field / Elizabethtown Regional Airport (EKX).

History

Bardstown is a home rule-class city in Nelson County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 13,567 in the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Nelson County.

Airports

Samuels Field (BRY) 1.8 mi to the centre
Bardstown, KY, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Addington Field / Elizabethtown Regional Airport (EKX) 26 mi to the centre
Elizabethtown, KY, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Taylor County Airport 32 mi to the centre
Campbellsville, KY, US
Outdoor
Samuels Springs Airport 7.8 mi to the centre
Deatsville, KY, US
Outdoor
Mason Valley Airport 17 mi to the centre
Taylorsville, KY, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Bardstown, KY
Bardstown, KY
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Addington Field / Elizabethtown Regional Airport (EKX); 13 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Bardstown, KY. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

Amtrak
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Greyhound
Intercity coach
Jefferson Lines
Intercity coach
MegaBus
Intercity coach
Trailways
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences

Classic Biplane Tours
Sightseeing