Mammoth Cave to Russellville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mammoth Cave from Russellville?

The distance from Mammoth Cave to Russellville is 413.4 miles (665.3 km) as the crow flies. Russellville is located WSW of Mammoth Cave. By car, the driving distance is approximately 496.1 miles, taking about 9h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Mammoth Cave in Kentucky and Russellville in Arkansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Russellville. 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.