Origin
Owensboro, KY
Night in Owensboro on Saturday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Owensboro, KY to Hardinsburg, 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 2m
Distance
46.9 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Owensboro, KY
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Hardinsburg, KY
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Trip Overview
Owensboro to Hardinsburg is 46.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 2 minutes via US 60, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Kentucky, moving you from the Southeast region of Owensboro to the Southeast region of Hardinsburg. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it an easy choice for a quick excursion or a connection between two points. Given its short distance and duration, you won't need to plan for an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Consider this an uncomplicated journey with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 60 | 41.4 mi | 51m |
| West 4th Street | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| 2nd Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Frederica Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 60
— 41.4 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owensboro, KY and Hardinsburg, KY.
1
Start on Frederica Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Frederica Street
2
Turn left onto West 4th Street
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
West 4th Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 60; US 231
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 60; US 231
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
US 60; US 231
6
Turn right onto US 60
36 mi
·
44 min
·
US 60
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto KY 992
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street
8
Turn right onto KY 259; KY 261
469 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Main Street
9
Turn left onto 3rd Street
106 ft
·
2 sec
·
3rd Street
10
Arrive at destination
3rd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Owensboro, 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 4.2 and 46.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
6.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 60; US 231
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60; US 231
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
9.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 60
Turn right onto US 60
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
45.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
KY 992 / 2nd Street
Turn left onto KY 992 / 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
5
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
3rd Street
Turn left onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.33 one way
$14.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.05 | $16.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.03 | $18.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Hardinsburg, KY
Night in Hardinsburg on Saturday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey taking place on main roads like US 60, West 4th Street, and 2nd Street. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 41.4 miles primarily on US 60, which should feel like a consistent, flowing drive. The character of the road is likely to be direct and efficient, prioritizing getting you to your destination without many detours. Expect a driving experience that is largely about covering ground with ease, rather than navigating complex local roads.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.4 mi on US 60.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 60 and West 4th Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (US 60; US 231): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.9 miles (US 60): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 46.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.4 miles on US 60. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (US 60; US 231): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.9 miles (US 60): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hardinsburg, 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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