How far is Oak Grove, KY from Bowling Green, KY?
The driving distance from Oak Grove, KY to Bowling Green, KY is about 35 miles (56.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.8 miles (48 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oak Grove and Bowling Green.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Grove and Bowling Green.
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Start on State Highway 505
1.3 mi · 3 min · State Highway 505
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 231
1.8 mi · 3 min · US Highway 231
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Continue on Beaver Dam Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Beaver Dam Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 165 South: Bowling Green
2828 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
25.8 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right
826 ft · 20 sec
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Turn left onto Morgantown Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Morgantown Road
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Turn left onto Old Morgantown Road
1 mi · 3 min · Old Morgantown Road
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Turn left onto University Boulevard
110 m · 9 sec · University Boulevard
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Continue on Kentucky Street
2659 ft · 49 sec · Kentucky Street
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Turn right onto East 12th Avenue
143 m · 18 sec · East 12th Avenue
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Turn left onto Center Street
66 m · 8 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto East 12th Avenue
967 ft · 34 sec · East 12th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Street
124 m · 13 sec · State Street
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Turn uturn
56 m · 16 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oak Grove and Bowling Green.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 165 South
Merge slight left
25.8 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Clear leaving Oak Grove and Mostly Sunny near Bowling Green.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oak Grove to Bowling Green?
The road trip is about 35 miles (56.4 km) and usually takes 00h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Woodbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Oak Grove and 17.9 miles from Bowling Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.8 miles (48 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.68 one way or $9.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Oak Grove and Mostly Sunny near Bowling Green.
Stop Ideas Near Woodbury
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 Oak Grove and Bowling Green. Straight-line distance: 29.86 mi (48.05 km).
#1 Oak Grove
Oak Grove is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.3442100, -86.7547100 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bowling Green
The most populous city in Warren County, Kentucky.
| Population | 70,631 |
| Coordinates | 36.9903200, -86.4436000 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-86.443605, 36.990317)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.68 | $9.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.27 | $10.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.58 | $13.15 |
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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