Origin
Lewisport, KY
Night in Lewisport on Saturday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lewisport, 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
28m
Distance
18.2 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewisport, KY
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Owensboro, KY
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Trip Overview
This quick 18.2-mile drive from Lewisport, KY to Owensboro, KY will take about 28 minutes, making it a perfect option for a day trip. You'll primarily travel on US 60 and KY 144, with a short section on East 2nd Street in Owensboro. With 86% of the drive on highways, expect a straightforward journey. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $3, and with no designated stops, you have the flexibility to explore at your own pace. Since both locations are in the Southeast region of Kentucky, you'll stay within familiar territory for this short hop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 60 | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| KY 144 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East 2nd Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| 4th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Frederica Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pell Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 60
— 12.8 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewisport, KY and Owensboro, KY.
1
Start on Pell Street
56 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pell Street
2
Turn left onto KY 657
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
3
Turn right onto US 60
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 60
4
Turn left onto US 60; US 231
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 60; US 231
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 60; US 231
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward KY 144: Owensboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
4 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto KY 144
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
KY 144
9
Continue on East 2nd Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East 2nd Street
10
Turn left onto Frederica Street
203 ft
·
3 sec
·
Frederica Street
11
Arrive at destination
Frederica Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 657 / 4th Street
Turn left onto KY 657 / 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
8.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 60; US 231
Turn left onto US 60; US 231
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
12.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 60; US 231
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
13.8 mi into trip
|
~19m 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
14.2 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.85 one way
$5.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.12 | $6.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.02 | $8.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Night in Owensboro on Saturday
Local time
11:41 PM
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
21 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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, accounting for 86% of the total mileage. You'll experience a 12.8-mile stretch on US 60 without interruption, offering a consistent pace. Expect a smooth ride as you transition between US 60 and KY 144, with the final approach into Owensboro on East 2nd Street. This route is designed for efficiency rather than winding scenic byways, providing a direct connection between your starting and ending points.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.8 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 early in the drive near KY 657 / 4th 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 8 decision points packed into just 18.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 28m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KY 657 / 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (US 60; US 231): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles (US 60; US 231): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 18.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.8 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: near the start (KY 657 / 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (US 60; US 231): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles (US 60; US 231): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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