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Greenville, KentuckyGreenville
Skip unless you have a specific reason (family, Everly Brothers museum). Use Owensboro or Henderson as a base instead.
Greenville is a small town in Kentucky's Western Coal Fields with a few local sights, best as a brief stop for fans of the Everly Brothers or as a quiet overnight on a road trip. Most travellers will find more to do in nearby Owensboro or Henderson.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid)
- Airports
- OWB · BNA
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Greenville, Kentucky911 ▾
- Police, Fire, Ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Greenville, Kentucky, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyGreenville is a safe small town.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportOWB Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport (About 45 min drive; limited flights.).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Street or quick mealDiner breakfast$8–12
- Budget bedMotel room, a night, per roomUS$70
- Mid-range bedMotel room, a night, per roomUS$100
- High-end bedMotel room, a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$100 · High US$180
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- OWB Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport (About 45 min drive; limited flights.) · BNA Nashville International Airport (About 1.5 h drive; most common gateway.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
May
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C) low), wettest May (12 rain days), driest Aug (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Greenville, Kentucky: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
9 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
9 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
11 rd
Apr
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
11 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. No public transit within town; everything is a short drive.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 45 min
Drive west on US 62, about 45 min
Larger city with riverfront, barbecue and museums.
Door to door: About 1 h
Drive west on US 62, about 1 h
Historic river town with John James Audubon museum.
Door to door: About 20 min
Drive east on US 62, about 20 min
Small county seat with a courthouse square.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Greenville town centre
Limited options; a couple of motels and inns.
Central City
About 10 min north; more chain hotels.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90
- Mid
- $90–150
- High
- $150+
Trip budget
| Motel room1 × 1 night × US$100 | US$100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Meal at a diner2 × US$12 | US$24 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$32 |
| Trip total≈ US$178 per person per day, bed included | US$356 |
2026 estimate in USD. Car rental and fuel not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Diner breakfast | $8–12 |
| Burger and fries | $10–15 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3.50–4.50 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Most businesses close early; plan meals and errands before 18:00.Most businesses close early; plan meals and errands before 6:00 PM.
- Cell reception can be spotty in rural areas around town.
- Check hours for the Everly Brothers Monument and museum — they may be limited.
Emergency numbers
- Police, Fire, Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
No consulate in Greenville. Embassies in Washington, DC.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Owensboro → Greenville by car: about 45 min, 55 km (34 mi)about 45 min, 34 mi (55 km)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Greenville, Kentucky. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a verified restaurant list with hours.
- Add a walking tour of downtown Greenville.
- Add a page for the Everly Brothers Monument.
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