How far is Owensboro, KY from Oak Grove, KY?
The driving distance from Owensboro, KY to Oak Grove, KY is about 41.9 miles (67.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Owensboro and Oak Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owensboro and Oak Grove.
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Start on Frederica Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Frederica Street
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Turn left onto West 18th Street
2675 ft · 1 min · West 18th Street
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Turn right onto Triplett Street
1156 ft · 28 sec · Triplett Street
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Turn straight onto New Hartford Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · New Hartford Road
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Turn left
1700 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Wendell Ford Expressway
2274 ft · 30 sec · Wendell Ford Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 165 South: Bowling Green
2273 ft · 56 sec
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Continue straight
28.3 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Paducah
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Western Kentucky Parkway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 231: Morgantown, Beaver Dam
1795 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 231
5 mi · 7 min · US Highway 231
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Turn left onto State Highway 505
1.3 mi · 3 min · State Highway 505
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 505
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Owensboro and Oak Grove.
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
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28.3 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Owensboro and Chance Rain Showers near Oak Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Owensboro to Oak Grove?
The road trip is about 41.9 miles (67.5 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Hartford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21 miles from Owensboro and 21 miles from Oak Grove.
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 6.3 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 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.91 one way or $11.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Owensboro and Chance Rain Showers near Oak Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Hartford
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Owensboro and Oak Grove. Straight-line distance: 35.62 mi (57.32 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 Oak Grove
Oak Grove is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.3442100, -86.7547100 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oak Grove (-86.75471, 37.34421)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 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 | $5.91 | $11.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $7.40 | $14.79 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $9.05 | $18.11 |
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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