How far is Mayfield, KY from Owensboro, KY?
The driving distance from Mayfield, KY to Owensboro, KY is about 143.5 miles (230.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110 miles (177.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mayfield and Owensboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mayfield and Owensboro.
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Start on West Broadway Street
83 m · 13 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto North 7th Street
2642 ft · 47 sec · North 7th Street
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Continue on Paducah Road
1235 ft · 21 sec · Paducah Road
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Continue on North 7th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · North 7th Street
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Take the exit slight right
1134 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
25.8 mi · 28 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 24 East, I 69 North: Nashville, Henderson
16.6 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69 North: Elizabethtown, Princeton
38.3 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
1783 ft · 22 sec · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
20 mi · 22 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
1220 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
2592 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right
32.5 mi · 40 min
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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 Mayfield 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.
I 69 North
Take the exit slight right toward I 69 North: Elizabethtown, Princeton
38.3 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Mayfield and Rain Showers Likely near Owensboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mayfield to Owensboro?
The road trip is about 143.5 miles (230.9 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Dawson Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.9 miles from Mayfield and 73.5 miles from Owensboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110 miles (177.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.08 one way or $38.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mayfield and Rain Showers Likely near Owensboro.
Stop Ideas Near Dawson Springs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mayfield and Owensboro. Straight-line distance: 110.03 mi (177.08 km).
#1 Mayfield
3rd-class city in Graves County, Kentucky
| Population | 9,685 |
| Coordinates | 36.7417200, -88.6367200 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| 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: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.08 | $38.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.52 | $43.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.55 | $47.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.84 | $53.68 |
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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