Cape Girardeau to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Cape Girardeau from Louisville?
The distance from Cape Girardeau to Louisville is 215.5 miles (346.8 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located ENE of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274.4 miles, taking about 5h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Cape Girardeau in Missouri and Louisville 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 Cape Girardeau and Louisville. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
- You could travel this distance about 115.6 times to circle the Earth's equator