Louisville to Madisonville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114.5 miles 184.3 km · straight line
153.7 miles actual route 247.4 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is Louisville from Madisonville?

The distance from Louisville to Madisonville is 114.5 miles (184.3 km) as the crow flies. Madisonville is located WSW of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 153.7 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Louisville and Madisonville. 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 Louisville to Madisonville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $18–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Louisville & Madisonville

Quick Facts

Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
Madisonville
37.33°N, 87.50°W
America/Chicago
144m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 217.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM