Bowling Green, Kentucky to Edwardsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

229 miles 368.5 km · straight line
286.2 miles estimated 460.6 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
304° NW bearing direction

How far is Bowling Green, Kentucky from Edwardsville?

The distance from Bowling Green, Kentucky to Edwardsville is 229 miles (368.5 km) as the crow flies. Edwardsville is located NW of Bowling Green, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286.2 miles, taking about 5h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Bowling Green, Kentucky in Kentucky and Edwardsville in Illinois.

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. 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 Bowling Green, Kentucky and Edwardsville. 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 Bowling Green, Kentucky to Edwardsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 45min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 54min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 28min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bowling Green, Kentucky & Edwardsville

Quick Facts

Bowling Green, Kentucky
36.99°N, 86.44°W
America/Chicago
161m elevation
Edwardsville
38.81°N, 89.95°W
America/Chicago
165m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients