Bowling Green, Kentucky to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

625.7 miles 1006.9 km · straight line
740.6 miles actual route 1191.9 km · driving distance
13h 4min estimated drive time
$71 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Bowling Green, Kentucky from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Bowling Green, Kentucky to Oklahoma City is 625.7 miles (1006.9 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located W of Bowling Green, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 740.6 miles, taking about 13h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Bowling Green, Kentucky in Kentucky and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

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 Bowling Green, Kentucky and Oklahoma City. 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 Bowling Green, Kentucky to Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 4min $71 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 41min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~16h 59min $89–$259* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bowling Green, Kentucky & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Bowling Green, Kentucky
36.99°N, 86.44°W
America/Chicago
161m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 209 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM