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
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″.
How to Get to Owensboro
Plane
When flying to Owensboro, you’ll arrive at Owensboro Daviess County (OWB), which is located 4 miles 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 113 miles from Owensboro. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nashville.
Bus
Owensboro’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Owensboro
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
Renting a car in Owensboro
Renting a car in Owensboro costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 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, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.