Mammoth Cave to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

646 miles 1039.7 km · straight line
769.4 miles actual route 1238.2 km · driving distance
13h 37min estimated drive time
$74 - $91 estimated fuel cost
~1h 48min flight time
263° W bearing direction

How far is Mammoth Cave from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Mammoth Cave to Oklahoma City is 646 miles (1039.7 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located W of Mammoth Cave. By car, the driving distance is approximately 769.4 miles, taking about 13h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Mammoth Cave in Kentucky and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Mammoth Cave and Oklahoma City. 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 Mammoth Cave to Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 37min $74 - $91 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 20min $62–$115* Budget
Train ~17h 42min $92–$269* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mammoth Cave & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Mammoth Cave
37.19°N, 86.10°W
America/New_York
210m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 215 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM