Origin
Cloverport, KY
Late night in Cloverport on Sunday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cloverport, KY to Owensboro, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
36.1 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cloverport, KY
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Owensboro, KY
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Trip Overview
Cloverport to Owensboro is 36.1 miles and takes about 50 minutes via US 60, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Kentucky, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that's perfect for a quick day trip or an easy leg of a longer journey. Given the short distance and minimal stops, you'll find this route is all about efficient travel between two points in the Bluegrass State.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 60 | 30.9 mi | 39m |
| KY 144 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East 2nd Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Poplar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Frederica Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 60
— 30.9 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cloverport, KY and Owensboro, KY.
1
Start on Poplar Street
315 ft
·
19 sec
·
Poplar Street
2
Turn left onto 5th Street
451 ft
·
21 sec
·
5th Street
3
Turn right onto KY 105
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
4
Turn right onto US 60; KY 144
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
US 60; KY 144
5
Continue on US 60; KY 3199
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 60; KY 3199
6
Continue on US 60; KY 69
16 mi
·
22 min
·
US 60; KY 69
7
Turn left onto US 60; US 231
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 60; US 231
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 60; US 231
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward KY 144: Owensboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
4 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto KY 144
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
KY 144
12
Continue on East 2nd Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East 2nd Street
13
Turn left onto Frederica Street
203 ft
·
3 sec
·
Frederica Street
14
Arrive at destination
Frederica Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Cloverport, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 32 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
5th Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 60; KY 144
Turn right onto US 60; KY 144
Navigation decision point
4
26.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 60; US 231
Turn left onto US 60; US 231
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
31.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward KY 144: Owensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward KY 144: Owensboro
6
32 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.64 one way
$11.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.20 | $12.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.95 | $13.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Late night in Owensboro on Sunday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
50m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 94% of the route featuring faster roads. You'll spend most of your time on US 60, experiencing a 30.9-mile stretch without needing to turn off. The profile is best described as a highway-focused drive, meaning you can expect consistent speeds and minimal interruptions. Expect a fairly direct journey with few complex intersections or slowdowns, making it an easy-to-navigate path.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.9 mi on US 60.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 60 and KY 144. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 5th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 36.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 60; KY 144): Navigation decision point; at 26.2 miles (US 60; US 231): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 36.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.9 miles on US 60. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Owensboro, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 60; KY 144): Navigation decision point; at 26.2 miles (US 60; US 231): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Owensboro, KY before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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