Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Covington, KY
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Warsaw, KY
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The drive from Covington, KY to Warsaw, KY covers 38.1 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 71, US 42, Verona-Mudlick Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.7 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 71 | 21.7 mi | 25m |
| US 42 | 12.4 mi | 18m |
| Verona-Mudlick Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Scott Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 12th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Cross Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 7th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Covington, KY and Warsaw, KY.
Start on East 7th Street
Turn right onto KY 17
Turn right onto KY 1120
Continue on KY 1120
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 71; I 75
Take the exit onto I 71
Take the exit
Turn right onto KY 14
At end of road, turn left onto US 42; US 127
Turn left onto KY 35
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Covington, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 23.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto KY 1120 / East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 71 South, I 75 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 71; I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 71 toward I 71 South: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward KY 14: Verona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Regular Gas
$5.96 one way
$11.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.54 | $13.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Covington on Saturday
Local time
3:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Warsaw on Saturday
Local time
3:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
38.1 mi in 52m, mostly highway — 21.7 mi of that is on I 71.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 42. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near KY 1120 / East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (KY 1120 / East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles (I 71; I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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