How far is Oak Grove, KY from Owensboro, KY?
The driving distance from Oak Grove, KY to Owensboro, KY is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m 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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City in Kentucky, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oak Grove and Owensboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Grove and Owensboro.
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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 right onto US Highway 231
4.8 mi · 7 min · US Highway 231
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Take the ramp right
1465 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 165 North: Owensboro
1725 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
28.7 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 60 East, US 231 North: Hawesville
1792 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Wendell Ford Expressway
1.2 km · 53 sec · Wendell Ford Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 54
1437 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto Leitchfield Road
79 m · 6 sec · Leitchfield Road
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Continue on East Parrish Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Parrish Avenue
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Turn right onto Leitchfield Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Leitchfield Road
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East 5th Street
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Turn right onto Frederica Street
997 ft · 21 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 Oak Grove and Owensboro.
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 North
Merge slight left
28.7 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Oak Grove and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Owensboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oak Grove to Owensboro?
The road trip is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km) and usually takes 00h 44m 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?
Hartford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Oak Grove and 20.9 miles from Owensboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.87 one way or $11.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Oak Grove and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Owensboro.
Stop Ideas Near Hartford
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oak Grove and Owensboro. Straight-line distance: 35.62 mi (57.32 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 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: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $4.00 | $5.87 | $11.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $6.70 | $13.41 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $7.35 | $14.69 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $8.99 | $17.98 |
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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