Cape Girardeau to Cookeville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Girardeau from Cookeville?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Cookeville is 236 miles (379.8 km) as the crow flies. Cookeville is located ESE of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 295 miles, taking about 5h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Cape Girardeau in Missouri and Cookeville in Tennessee.

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 Cape Girardeau and Cookeville. 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.