Louisville to Wildwood, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266.4 miles 428.8 km · straight line
289.2 miles actual route 465.4 km · driving distance
5h 29min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Louisville from Wildwood, Missouri?

The distance from Louisville to Wildwood, Missouri is 266.4 miles (428.8 km) as the crow flies. Wildwood, Missouri is located W of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.2 miles, taking about 5h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Louisville in Kentucky and Wildwood, Missouri in Missouri.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Louisville and Wildwood, Missouri. 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 Wildwood, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 29min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 35min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 13min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Louisville & Wildwood, Missouri

Quick Facts

Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
Wildwood, Missouri
38.58°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
230m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM