Origin
Plano, KY
Evening in Plano on Thursday
Local time
8:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plano, KY to Owensboro, KY
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
77.3 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plano, KY
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Owensboro, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Plano, KY to Owensboro, KY covers 77.3 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 165, Plano Road, East Parrish Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 69.5 miles on I 165. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 77.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 28m highway drive covering 77.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 165 and Plano Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 69.5 miles on I 165.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 165 is the longest continuous segment at about 69.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 165 and Plano Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KY 622 / Plano Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 622 / Plano Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 72.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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KY 622 / Plano Road
Turn right onto KY 622 / Plano Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward KY 9007 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward KY 9007 North
7
72.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
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
Exit 70A
Toward US 60 East, US 231 North: Hawesville
5
74 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward KY 54
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 18
Toward KY 54
4
74.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
KY 54 / Leitchfield Road
Turn left onto KY 54 / Leitchfield Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 165 | 69.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| Plano Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Parrish Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| KY 9007 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East 5th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Wendell Ford Expressway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Leitchfield Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Frederica Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 165
— 69.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plano, KY and Owensboro, KY.
1
Start on Larmon Mill Road
100 ft
·
7 sec
·
Larmon Mill Road
2
Turn right onto KY 622
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Plano Road
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward KY 9007 North
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto KY 9007
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
KY 9007
5
Continue on I 165
70 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
I 165
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 70A
Toward US 60 East, US 231 North: Hawesville
7
Merge onto US 60; US 231
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
Wendell Ford Expressway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 18
Toward KY 54
9
Turn left onto KY 54
260 ft
·
6 sec
·
Leitchfield Road
10
Continue on KY 54
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Parrish Avenue
11
Turn right onto Leitchfield Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Leitchfield Road
12
Turn left onto East 5th Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East 5th Street
13
Turn right onto Frederica Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Frederica Street
14
Arrive at destination
Frederica Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.6 mi from Plano, KY · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.6 miles from Plano, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 165 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.5 miles.
Arriving in Owensboro, KY
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.08 one way
$24.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.88 | $29.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.07 | $34.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.82 | $4.95 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Owensboro, KY
Evening in Owensboro on Thursday
Local time
8:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Morgantown, KY
39 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
23 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Plano, KY to Owensboro, KY covers 77.3 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 165, Plano Road, East Parrish Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.6 miles from Plano, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.08 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 622 / Plano Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 72.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Plano, KY to Owensboro, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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