Ozark to Paducah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254 miles 408.8 km · straight line
317.5 miles estimated 511 km · driving distance
6h 23min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
88° E bearing direction

How far is Ozark from Paducah?

The distance from Ozark to Paducah is 254 miles (408.8 km) as the crow flies. Paducah is located E of Ozark. By car, the driving distance is approximately 317.5 miles, taking about 6h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Ozark in Missouri and Paducah 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 Ozark and Paducah. 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.

How to Get from Ozark to Paducah

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 23min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 40min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 4min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ozark & Paducah

Quick Facts

Ozark
37.02°N, 93.21°W
America/Chicago
356m elevation
Paducah
37.08°N, 88.60°W
America/Chicago
104m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients