How far is Owensboro, KY from Earlington, KY?
The driving distance from Owensboro, KY to Earlington, KY is about 51.5 miles (82.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.9 miles (65.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 27m 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 13m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Owensboro and Earlington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owensboro and Earlington.
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Start on Frederica Street
6.6 mi · 11 min · Frederica Street
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Turn right
4.3 mi · 6 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
10.6 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Drive
1.3 km · 2 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Turn right
13.3 mi · 18 min
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Take the ramp left
2161 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 281: Madisonville, Providence
969 ft · 19 sec
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Turn right onto Island Ford Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Island Ford Road
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Turn left onto North Main Street
3.3 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Hopkinsville Road
2 mi · 3 min · Hopkinsville Road
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Continue on North Railroad Street
767 ft · 18 sec · North Railroad Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
39 m · 2 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Owensboro and Earlington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
13.3 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Sunny leaving Owensboro and Sunny near Earlington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Owensboro to Earlington?
The road trip is about 51.5 miles (82.9 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Calhoun is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.8 miles from Owensboro and 25.7 miles from Earlington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.9 miles (65.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 4:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.86 one way or $13.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Owensboro and Sunny near Earlington.
Stop Ideas Near Calhoun
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 Calhoun.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Owensboro and Earlington. Straight-line distance: 40.87 mi (65.78 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 Earlington
City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,321 |
| Coordinates | 37.2742100, -87.5119400 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| Country | United States |
End: Earlington (-87.51194, 37.27421)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.74 | $15.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.47 | $16.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.65 | $19.31 |
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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