Owensboro travel guide

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You're Going to Love Owensboro

With a population of 57,265, Owensboro is a must-see destination in Kentucky, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Owensboro deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Owensboro

If you’re looking for affordable options, Thai Food Owensboro (1401 Carter Rd) and Drake's - Owensboro (3050 Highland Pointe Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Owensboro

Owensboro in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Owensboro in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Owensboro in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Owensboro, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Owensboro

Plane

When flying to Owensboro, you’ll arrive at Owensboro Daviess County (OWB), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Owensboro departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Owensboro is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 182 km from Owensboro. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Owensboro’s bus station is located 0.3 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Owensboro, you’ll arrive at Owensboro Daviess County (OWB), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Owensboro departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Owensboro is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 182 km from Owensboro. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Owensboro’s bus station is located 0.3 km from the city center.

Airlines serving Owensboro

Lufthansa
Good (4,694 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,584 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,933 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,726 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,549 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (772 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (976 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (817 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (975 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (773 reviews)
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Where to stay in Owensboro

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus Owensboro and Hampton Inn Owensboro South.

Where to stay in popular areas of Owensboro

Most booked hotels in Owensboro

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront
2 stars
Excellent (9, 482 reviews)
$159+
Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 240 reviews)
$120+
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Owensboro
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 138 reviews)
$121+
Courtyard by Marriott Owensboro
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 268 reviews)
$121+
Wingfield Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1287 reviews)
$91+
Days Inn by Wyndham Owensboro
2 stars
Okay (4.8, 405 reviews)
$53+

Renting a car in Owensboro

Renting a car in Owensboro costs $76 per day, on average, or $152 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Owensboro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Owensboro is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Elantra GT or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Owensboro costs $76 per day, on average, or $152 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Owensboro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Owensboro is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Elantra GT or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Owensboro

Hertz

Hertz
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