Origin
Morganfield, KY
Night in Morganfield on Saturday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morganfield, 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
1h 4m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morganfield, KY
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Owensboro, KY
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Trip Overview
This 52.3-mile drive from Morganfield, KY to Owensboro, KY takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes and is a perfect day trip. It's primarily a highway-focused route, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, it's an economical option for exploring within the Southeast region. You'll spend most of your time on the Audubon Parkway and US 60, with a brief portion on the Henderson Bypass. This route is well-suited for a single day, allowing you ample time to enjoy your destination without feeling rushed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Audubon Parkway | 23.8 mi | 26m |
| US 60 | 18 mi | 20m |
| Henderson Bypass | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| West 4th Street | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| US 41 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Henderson Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North Morgan Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| I 69 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Audubon Parkway
— 23.8 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morganfield, KY and Owensboro, KY.
1
Start on KY 56
126 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 60; KY 130
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Morgan Street
3
Turn straight onto US 60
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 60
4
Turn right onto KY 425
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Henderson Bypass
5
Continue on US 41
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 41
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 41
Toward US 41 North: Henderson
7
Merge onto I 69; US41
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 69; US41
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 12
Toward Owensboro
9
Merge onto Audubon Parkway
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Audubon Parkway
10
Continue on Audubon Parkway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Audubon Parkway
Exit 24B
Toward US 60 West: Downtown Owensboro
11
Merge onto US 60
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Wendell Ford Expressway
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
13
Turn straight onto KY 331
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
·
Henderson Road
14
Continue on West 4th Street
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West 4th Street
15
Turn left onto Frederica Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Frederica Street
16
Arrive at destination
Frederica Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Morganfield, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 52.2 — 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
|
US 60; KY 130 / North Morgan Street
Turn right onto US 60; KY 130 / North Morgan Street
Navigation decision point
5
23.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41 toward US 41 North: Henderson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 41 North: Henderson
5
25 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward Owensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 12
Toward Owensboro
4
49.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
Frederica Street
Turn left onto Frederica Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.18 one way
$16.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.98 | $17.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.06 | $20.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Henderson, KY
26 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
20 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 4m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this trip, with 84% of the drive on higher-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 23.8 miles on the Audubon Parkway, offering a consistent pace. You'll transition between these main roads, including US 60 and the Henderson Bypass, providing a straightforward journey. The overall character is one of steady progress, designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.8 mi on Audubon Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Audubon Parkway and US 60. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 60; KY 130 / North Morgan Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 52.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 (US 60; KY 130 / North Morgan Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.7 miles (US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 52.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.8 miles on Audubon Parkway. 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 (US 60; KY 130 / North Morgan Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.7 miles (US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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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