How far is Providence, KY from Owensboro, KY?
The driving distance from Providence, KY to Owensboro, KY is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.7 miles (187.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 02h 28m.
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
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City in Kentucky, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Providence and Owensboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Providence and Owensboro.
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Start on Wiley Road
14 m · 8 sec · Wiley Road
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Turn left
1.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn right
24 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
3 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Campbellsburg Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Campbellsburg Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1623 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
23.6 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 841 North
736 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on KY 841 North
2995 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
3 mi · 3 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Continue on Lewis and Clark Bridge
6.1 mi · 7 min · Lewis and Clark Bridge
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 58 sec
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue on I 64 West, SR 62 West: Saint Louis
2548 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
63.3 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 231 South
2113 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.4 km · 2 min
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Sycamore Street
3.4 mi · 4 min · Sycamore Street
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Turn left
8.2 mi · 11 min
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Continue on Owensboro Bridge
3218 ft · 1 min · Owensboro Bridge
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
1383 ft · 1 min · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Frederica Street
63 m · 3 sec · Frederica Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Frederica Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Providence and Owensboro.
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 64 West
Continue straight
63.3 mi · 01h 09m
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 Providence and Sunny near Owensboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Providence to Owensboro?
The road trip is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Brandenburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.6 miles from Providence and 74.3 miles from Owensboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.7 miles (187.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:32 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.73 one way or $39.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Providence and Owensboro, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Providence and Sunny near Owensboro.
Stop Ideas Near Brandenburg
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Providence and Owensboro. Straight-line distance: 116.71 mi (187.82 km).
#1 Providence
Providence is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.5745100, -85.2210700 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Owensboro
The most populous city in Daviess County, Kentucky.
| Population | 60,344 |
| Coordinates | 37.7742200, -87.1133300 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
End: Frederica Street (-87.113495, 37.77421)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 240 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.76 | $19.73 | $39.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $22.83 | $45.66 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $25.09 | $50.18 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $31.74 | $63.48 |
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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