How far is Owensboro, KY from Barbourmeade, KY?
The driving distance from Owensboro, KY to Barbourmeade, KY is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.8 miles (144.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Hancock County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Owensboro and Barbourmeade.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owensboro and Barbourmeade.
-
1
Start on Frederica Street
604 ft · 19 sec · Frederica Street
-
2
Turn left onto West 4th Street
4.1 mi · 7 min · West 4th Street
-
3
Take the ramp left
1129 ft · 28 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
2.1 mi · 3 min
-
5
Keep slight right
28.2 mi · 36 min
-
6
Take the exit right
3135 ft · 1 min
-
7
Merge slight left
64.5 mi · 1 hr 10 min
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 265 East, SR 62 East
6.4 mi · 8 min
-
9
Continue straight
7.4 mi · 9 min
-
10
Continue on Gene Snyder Freeway
3.9 mi · 4 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward KY 22: Crestwood
781 ft · 19 sec
-
12
Turn right onto Brownsboro Road
2 mi · 3 min · Brownsboro Road
-
13
Turn right onto Barbour Lane
724 ft · 32 sec · Barbour Lane
-
14
Turn right onto Barbourmeade Road
21 m · 3 sec · Barbourmeade Road
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Barbourmeade Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Owensboro and Barbourmeade.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West 4th Street
Merge slight left
64.5 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Owensboro and Chance Rain Showers near Barbourmeade.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Owensboro to Barbourmeade?
The road trip is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Hawesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.8 miles from Owensboro and 60 miles from Barbourmeade.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.8 miles (144.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.95 one way or $31.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Owensboro and Barbourmeade, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Owensboro and Chance Rain Showers near Barbourmeade.
Stop Ideas Near Hawesville
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 Hawesville.
Evansville, IN
Madisonville, KY
Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Owensboro and Barbourmeade. Straight-line distance: 89.77 mi (144.47 km).
#1 Owensboro
The most populous city in Daviess County, Kentucky.
| Population | 60,344 |
| Coordinates | 37.7742200, -87.1133300 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Barbourmeade
City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 1,252 |
| Coordinates | 38.2972900, -85.6032900 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: Barbourmeade (-85.60329, 38.29729)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.69 | $39.37 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.44 | $44.87 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Kentucky · Apr 15, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.