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2h 28m
Distance
131.2 mi
211 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomfield, KY
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Owensboro, KY
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Spanning 131.2 miles across Kentucky, this journey from Bloomfield to Owensboro typically takes about 2 hours and 3 minutes of drive time. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need to book overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $20 on fuel for the trek, making it an affordable regional excursion. Navigating via Springfield Road, the Bluegrass Parkway, and KY 61 South, you will transition through the rolling landscapes of the Southeast. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, this straightforward route offers a reliable connection between the two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.6 miles from Bloomfield, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies entirely on local roads and highways, meaning your highway share is 0%. You will navigate through varying road conditions as you shift from Springfield Road onto KY 61 South and the Bluegrass Parkway. Because the path is composed of technical, winding segments rather than straight stretches, you should prepare for a more engaged driving experience. The character of the road changes frequently, requiring you to remain alert as you move through the heart of the state.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
830 ft
Total Descent
1,099 ft
Highest Point
795 ft
~54.7 mi in
Elevation Range
401 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Western Kentucky Parkway and Bluegrass Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 131.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 38 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 165 North: Owensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Keep slight right at fork toward US 60 East, US 231 North: Hawesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Bloomfield, KY and Owensboro, KY, road signs point toward Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West and Elizabethtown.
Paducah
Western Kentucky Parkway West
Elizabethtown
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky Parkway | 59.1 mi | 1h 3m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 33 mi | 35m |
| I 165 | 28.2 mi | 30m |
| Springfield Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East Parrish Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| I 65 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East 5th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Wendell Ford Expressway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield, KY and Owensboro, KY.
Start on US 62; KY 55
Continue on KY 55
Take the ramp
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
Take the exit
Merge onto I 165
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 60; US 231
Take the exit
Turn left onto KY 54
Continue on KY 54
Turn right onto Leitchfield Road
Turn left onto East 5th Street
Turn right onto Frederica Street
Arrive at destination
Since this is a manageable 2-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule, though leaving in the morning helps you avoid potential local traffic. With no formal stops mandated by the route data, feel free to pace the drive according to your own comfort level. Given the lack of high-speed highway miles, ensure your vehicle is prepared for consistent steering and braking through the turn-heavy sections. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before setting out, as the $20 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Prioritize a steady pace to handle the frequent turns safely and arrive in Owensboro feeling refreshed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.6 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Owensboro, KY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bloomfield, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bloomfield, KY
This is one driving day of about 131.2 miles and 2h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.6 mi from Bloomfield, KY · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 65.6 miles from Bloomfield, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Owensboro, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Owensboro, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$19.93 one way
$39.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.97 | $43.94 |
| premium | $4.80 | $24.77 | $49.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.15 | $58.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
| Efficient EV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.48 | $5.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.37 | $8.40 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Bloomfield on Sunday
Local time
5:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Owensboro on Sunday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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