Distance from Metropolis, Illinois to Tri City, Kentucky
The driving distance from Metropolis, Illinois to Tri City, Kentucky is 50.4 mi (81.2 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 25.1 mi (40.3 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 1 minute
We found 3 routes between Metropolis and Tri City.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Take W 5th St and I-24 E to N Friendship Rd in Paducah
Continue on N Friendship Rd to US-45 S
Follow US-45 S to KY-121 Bypass N in Mayfield
Follow KY-121 Bypass N, KY-121 S and KY-564 to KY-94 W
Route Directions
Take W 5th St and I-24 E to N Friendship Rd in Paducah
Continue on N Friendship Rd to US-45 S
Continue on US-45 S to Graves County. Take exit 21 from I-69
Take KY-303 and KY-97 S to KY-94 E
Route Directions
Take I-24 E and US-45 S to KY-121 Bypass N in Mayfield
Follow KY-121 Bypass N, KY-121 S and KY-564 to KY-94 W
Journey Details
Traveling from Metropolis, Illinois to Tri City, Kentucky covers 49.7 miles (80 km) in a south direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (50-52 miles / 80-84 km). The primary route shown here saves 3 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views. During night weekday travel, expect minimal traffic congestion with average speeds around 52 mph (84 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Metropolis
Starting Point
Tri City
Destination