How far is Nortonville, KY from Owensboro, KY?
The driving distance from Nortonville, KY to Owensboro, KY is about 61 miles (98.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.4 miles (71.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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.
Human settlement in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nortonville and Owensboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nortonville and Owensboro.
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Start on Main Street
1136 ft · 23 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Greenville Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Greenville Road
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Take the ramp left
1162 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 69 North: Henderson
1.4 km · 54 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Elizabethtown
2592 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
19.4 mi · 21 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 Nortonville and Owensboro.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn right
32.5 mi · 00h 40m
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 Sunny leaving Nortonville and Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Owensboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nortonville to Owensboro?
The road trip is about 61 miles (98.1 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
South Carrollton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.3 miles from Nortonville and 31.7 miles from Owensboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.4 miles (71.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.6 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 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.11 one way or $16.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Nortonville and Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Owensboro.
Stop Ideas Near South Carrollton
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 South Carrollton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nortonville and Owensboro. Straight-line distance: 44.4 mi (71.45 km).
#1 Nortonville
City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,147 |
| Coordinates | 37.1908800, -87.4527800 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| 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: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.11 | $16.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.14 | $18.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.01 | $20.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.40 | $22.81 |
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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