How far is Okolona, KY from Bowling Green, KY?
The driving distance from Okolona, KY to Bowling Green, KY is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.7 miles (144.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
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
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City in Kentucky, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Okolona and Bowling Green.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Okolona and Bowling Green.
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Start on the route
47 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto Preston Highway
816 ft · 20 sec · Preston Highway
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Turn right onto Outer Loop
1.3 mi · 2 min · Outer Loop
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Turn left onto I 65 South: Elizabethtown, Nashville
3120 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
100.4 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 234: Bowling Green
1288 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Cemetery Road
1 mi · 2 min · Cemetery Road
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Continue on Fairview Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Fairview Avenue
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Continue on East 6th Avenue
1072 ft · 26 sec · East 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
2647 ft · 1 min · Chestnut Street
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Turn right
121 m · 34 sec
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Turn left
37 m · 9 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 Okolona 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 65 South
Merge slight left
100 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Okolona and Sunny near Bowling Green.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Okolona to Bowling Green?
The road trip is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Upton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.1 miles from Okolona and 52.6 miles from Bowling Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.7 miles (144.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 3:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.07 one way or $28.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Okolona and Bowling Green, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Okolona and Sunny near Bowling Green.
Stop Ideas Near Upton
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Upton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Okolona and Bowling Green. Straight-line distance: 89.65 mi (144.27 km).
#1 Okolona
City in Chickasaw County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 17,134 |
| Coordinates | 38.1411800, -85.6877400 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| 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: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.07 | $28.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.86 | $31.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.36 | $34.72 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.78 | $39.57 |
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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