Traveling from Owensboro to Jeffersontown covers 119.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours of drive time. Since this journey is a straightforward trek across Kentucky, it serves perfectly as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to budget approximately $18 for fuel to complete the transit. The route primarily utilizes local roads like West 4th Street and KY 1747, moving you through the Southeast region of the state. Because there are no designated stops required, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently without the need for extensive travel logistics.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.9 miles from Owensboro, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
80.9 mi
1h 32m
US 60
30.4 mi
38m
West 4th Street
4.1 mi
7m
Taylorsville Road
2.1 mi
4m
South Hurstbourne Parkway
0.6 mi
1m
Frederica Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Neal Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 80.9 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owensboro, KY and Jeffersontown, 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
28 mi·35 min·US 60; US 231
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
7
Merge onto I 64
64 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 64
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
16 mi·22 min·I 64; US 150
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 15Toward KY 1747: Jeffersontown, MiddletownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 15AToward KY 1747 South: Industrial Park, Jeffersontown, Hurstbourne ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto KY 1747
0.6 mi·1 min·South Hurstbourne Parkway
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto KY 155
2.1 mi·4 min·Taylorsville Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Neal Drive
232 ft·15 sec·Neal Drive
14
Turn left
37 ft·2 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 2-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential local traffic congestion on the smaller roads that make up this route. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you depart to keep your $18 budget on track. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition onto KY 1747 South, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes missing a turn easy. Prioritize comfort and alertness, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be actively steering and navigating the entire duration of the 119.7-mile journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 59.9 miles from Owensboro, KY, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.9 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersontown, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Owensboro, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Owensboro, KY
This is one driving day of about 119.8 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Owensboro, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 80.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 116.6 — 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.
6
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. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
99.8 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|I 64; US 150
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
116.3 mi into trip|~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward KY 1747: Jeffersontown, Middletown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15
Toward KY 1747: Jeffersontown, Middletown
9
116.6 mi into trip|~2h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward KY 1747 South: Industrial Park, Jeffersontown, Hurstbourne Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15A
Toward KY 1747 South: Industrial Park, Jefferso...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.73 one way
$37.46 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.56
$41.13
premium
$4.89
$23.05
$46.11
diesel
$5.61
$26.45
$52.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.9
0
$12.58
$5.75
Efficient EV
30
0
$10.48
$4.79
EV Truck/SUV
47.9
0
$16.77
$7.67
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Owensboro, KY
Late night
in Owensboro on Sunday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jeffersontown, KY
Morning
in Jeffersontown on Sunday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
22 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
2h 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies entirely on local roads, meaning your highway share sits at 0%. You will navigate through varied turns and intersections rather than long, straight stretches of pavement. Because the route avoids major highways, the pace remains consistent with local traffic patterns and changing road conditions. Be prepared for a more engaged driving experience as you transition away from the Owensboro area toward Jeffersontown.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.9 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 119.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway 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. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.8 miles (I 64; US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 119.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80.9 miles on I 64. 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 Jeffersontown, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.8 miles (I 64; US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jeffersontown, KY before heading back.
