How far is Brooks, KY from Owensboro, KY?
The driving distance from Brooks, KY to Owensboro, KY is about 103 miles (165.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79 miles (127.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat of Breckinridge County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brooks and Owensboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brooks and Owensboro.
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Start on Brooks Hill Road
5.9 mi · 10 min · Brooks Hill Road
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Turn left onto Knob Creek Road
4.9 mi · 9 min · Knob Creek Road
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Turn slight right
3.3 mi · 6 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Dixie Highway
9.2 mi · 11 min · Dixie Highway
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Turn right
69.9 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Turn left
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 144: Owensboro
2248 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight right
55 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Continue on East 2nd Street
1.1 mi · 4 min · East 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Frederica Street
62 m · 3 sec · Frederica Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Frederica Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brooks and Owensboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
69.9 mi · 01h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Brooks and Mostly Clear near Owensboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brooks to Owensboro?
The road trip is about 103 miles (165.8 km) and usually takes 02h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hardinsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.4 miles from Brooks and 51.6 miles from Owensboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79 miles (127.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 24 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.73 one way or $27.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Brooks and Owensboro, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Brooks and Mostly Clear near Owensboro.
Stop Ideas Near Hardinsburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hardinsburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brooks and Owensboro. Straight-line distance: 79.04 mi (127.2 km).
#1 Brooks
Brooks is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.0611800, -85.7096800 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Owensboro
The most populous city in Daviess County, Kentucky.
| Population | 60,344 |
| Coordinates | 37.7742200, -87.1133300 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
End: Frederica Street (-87.113495, 37.77421)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 166 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $13.73 | $27.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.48 | $30.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.94 | $33.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.31 | $38.61 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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