Origin
Georgetown, KY
Afternoon in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
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1h 43m
Distance
76.9 mi
124 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, KY
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Coal Run Village, KY
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If you are planning a trip from Georgetown to Coal Run Village, you are looking at a straightforward 76.9-mile journey through the Southeast region of Kentucky. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 43 minutes behind the wheel, making this a highly manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $12, it is an economical route for a quick getaway or a necessary commute. The drive relies heavily on US 119, Pine Mountain Road, and KY 179 to navigate you between these two points. Because the distance is relatively short, you have the flexibility to complete the entire trek in a single session without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
38.5 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
This drive is largely highway-focused, with about 75% of your time spent on higher-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 44.8 miles on US 119. As you transition from the main highway onto secondary roads like Pine Mountain Road and KY 179, the driving experience shifts from a predictable highway cruise to a more localized feel. Keep in mind that the character of the road changes as you move away from the primary thoroughfares, requiring more attention to navigation. Overall, the combination of fast-paced highway segments and technical local roads keeps the drive engaging without being overly taxing.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 119 and Pine Mountain Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near KY 179.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (KY 179): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 10.7 miles (US 119 / United States Highway 119): Navigation decision point; at 31.9 miles (US 119): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp right onto KY 179
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
At end of road, turn right onto US 119 / United States Highway 119
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 119
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 119
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 119 | 44.8 mi | 51m |
| Pine Mountain Road | 15.8 mi | 26m |
| KY 179 | 7.5 mi | 13m |
| KY 38 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| United States Highway 119 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| West Johnson Street | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Coldiron Branch Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| College Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Coal Run Village, KY.
Start on KY 38
Turn sharp right onto KY 179
Turn right onto KY 179
Continue on KY 179
Turn left onto KY 179
At end of road, turn right onto US 119
Continue on US 119
Continue on US 119
Continue on US 119
Continue on US 119
Turn right onto US 119
Keep slight left at fork onto US 119
Continue on US 23; US 460; KY 80
Turn right onto Happy Valley Drive
Turn right onto Leslie Drive
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of scheduling flexibility, but aiming for an early departure can help you avoid any unexpected congestion on the main roads. Because there are no mandatory stops listed, you should plan your own breaks strategically to ensure you stay alert throughout the 1 hour and 43 minutes of travel. Given the $12 fuel estimate, it is wise to fill your tank before you leave Georgetown to avoid searching for stations on the more rural stretches. Pay close attention to the transition onto KY 179, as navigating from a major highway to smaller local roads is where most of your attention should be focused. Having a full tank and a clear map of your turns will make this sub-80-mile trek much smoother.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 76.9 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.5 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coal Run Village, KY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Georgetown, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Georgetown, KY
This is one driving day of about 76.9 miles and 1h 43m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.5 mi from Georgetown, KY · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 76.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Georgetown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Coal Run Village, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Coal Run Village, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.68 one way
$23.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.88 | $25.75 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.52 | $29.03 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.08 | $34.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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 Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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