Fort Leonard Wood to Owensboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Leonard Wood from Owensboro?

The distance from Fort Leonard Wood to Owensboro is 275.6 miles (443.5 km) as the crow flies. Owensboro is located E of Fort Leonard Wood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.5 miles, taking about 6h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri and Owensboro 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 Fort Leonard Wood and Owensboro. 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.