How far is Princeton, KY from Oklahoma, KY?
The driving distance from Princeton, KY to Oklahoma, KY is about 86.4 miles (139 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.1 miles (108 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 17m 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 38m.
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 Princeton and Oklahoma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Princeton and Oklahoma.
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Start on East Market Street
22 m · 1 sec · East Market Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Market Street
30 m · 4 sec · West Market Street
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Turn right onto Alley 21
105 m · 18 sec · Alley 21
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Turn right onto West Locust Street
61 m · 14 sec · West Locust Street
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Turn left onto North Jefferson Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Jefferson Street
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Take the ramp slight right
2993 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
24.1 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
1783 ft · 22 sec · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
20 mi · 22 min · Western Kentucky Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 431, KY 70: Drakesboro, Central City
1220 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
2592 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right
20.4 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto Kentucky 140
6.5 mi · 11 min · Kentucky 140
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At the end of the road, turn right
877 ft · 15 sec
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Turn slight left onto Kentucky 764
1.1 mi · 2 min · Kentucky 764
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Continue on Kentucky 764
10.2 mi · 18 min · Kentucky 764
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Princeton and Oklahoma.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Jefferson Street
Merge slight left
24.1 mi · 00h 26m
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 Rain Showers leaving Princeton and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oklahoma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Princeton to Oklahoma?
The road trip is about 86.4 miles (139 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Central City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Princeton and 41.8 miles from Oklahoma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.1 miles (108 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 3:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.18 one way or $24.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Princeton and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oklahoma.
Stop Ideas Near Central City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Princeton and Oklahoma. Straight-line distance: 67.08 mi (107.96 km).
#1 Princeton
City in Caldwell County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 6,063 |
| Coordinates | 37.1092200, -87.8819600 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oklahoma
Oklahoma is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.6617200, -86.8772100 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
End: KY 764 (-86.877254, 37.66173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $12.18 | $24.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $15.24 | $30.49 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $18.66 | $37.31 |
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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