How far is Mount Washington, KY from Owensboro, KY?
The driving distance from Mount Washington, KY to Owensboro, KY is about 128.5 miles (206.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.6 miles (140.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 11m 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 05m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Washington and Owensboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Washington and Owensboro.
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Start on the route
30 m · 12 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
25 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto North Bardstown Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Bardstown Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mt Washington Bypass
1603 ft · 26 sec · Mt Washington Bypass
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Continue on Bardstown Road
4.8 mi · 5 min · Bardstown Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 265, KY 841: Gene Snyder Freeway
681 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 265 West, KY 841 West: Gene Snyder Freeway
2274 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
17 mi · 20 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31W, US 60: Fort Knox, Louisville
1368 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Fort Knox, Patton Museum
62 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Dixie Highway
14.9 mi · 19 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 Mount Washington 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Mount Washington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Owensboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Washington to Owensboro?
The road trip is about 128.5 miles (206.8 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Irvington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.5 miles from Mount Washington and 69 miles from Owensboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.6 miles (140.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.9 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 2:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.08 one way or $34.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Mount Washington and Owensboro, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mount Washington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Owensboro.
Stop Ideas Near Irvington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Washington and Owensboro. Straight-line distance: 87.54 mi (140.89 km).
#1 Mount Washington
Highest mountain in the US state of New Hampshire
| Population | 14,907 |
| Coordinates | 38.0500600, -85.5457900 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| 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: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.08 | $34.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.27 | $38.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.08 | $42.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.03 | $48.05 |
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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