Benton to Paducah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

283.1 miles 455.6 km · straight line
353.9 miles estimated 569.5 km · driving distance
7h 7min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Benton from Paducah?

The distance from Benton to Paducah is 283.1 miles (455.6 km) as the crow flies. Paducah is located NE of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353.9 miles, taking about 7h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas and Paducah in Kentucky.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton and Paducah. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Benton to Paducah

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 7min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 32min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 46min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Benton & Paducah

Quick Facts

Benton
34.56°N, 92.59°W
America/Chicago
124m elevation
Paducah
37.08°N, 88.60°W
America/Chicago
104m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients