Baltimore to Owensboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

576.8 miles 928.3 km · straight line
716.6 miles actual route 1153.3 km · driving distance
13h 15min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
263° W bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Owensboro?

The distance from Baltimore to Owensboro is 576.8 miles (928.3 km) as the crow flies. Owensboro is located W of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 716.6 miles, taking about 13h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Owensboro in Kentucky.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Owensboro. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Owensboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 15min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 54min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~17h 14min $86–$251* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Owensboro

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Owensboro
37.77°N, 87.11°W
America/Chicago
120m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 192 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM