Origin
Georgetown, KY
Late night in Georgetown on Friday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, KY to Van Lear, KY
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
101.8 mi
164 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 14m
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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Van Lear, KY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Georgetown, KY to Van Lear, KY covers 101.8 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pine Mountain Road, Martin Road, East Highway 80 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.8 miles on Pine Mountain Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.9 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 101.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Georgetown, KY to Van Lear, KY covers 101.8 miles and takes about 2h 20m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pine Mountain Road is the longest continuous segment at about 15.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near KY 179.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 101.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 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 34.2 miles (KY 15; KY 931): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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KY 179
Turn sharp right onto KY 179
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
10.7 mi into trip
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~18m in
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US 119 / United States Highway 119
At end of road, turn right onto US 119 / United States Highway 119
Navigation decision point
5
34.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
KY 15; KY 931
Turn left onto KY 15; KY 931
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
86.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
101.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
Possum Hollow Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Possum Hollow Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Mountain Road | 15.8 mi | 26m |
| Martin Road | 14.5 mi | 16m |
| East Highway 80 | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| US 23 | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| KY 160 | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| KY 15 | 9 mi | 10m |
| KY 179 | 7.5 mi | 13m |
| Red Fox Road | 3.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Pine Mountain Road
— 15.8 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Van Lear, KY.
1
Start on KY 38
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
KY 38
2
Turn sharp right onto KY 179
7.0 mi
·
12 min
·
KY 179
3
Turn right onto KY 179
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
KY 179
4
Continue on KY 179
305 ft
·
12 sec
·
Gilley Hollow Road
5
Turn left onto KY 179
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
College Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 119
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
United States Highway 119
7
Continue on US 119
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Johnson Street
8
Continue on US 119
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
South Rasnick Road
9
Continue on US 119
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Coldiron Branch Road
10
Continue on US 119
16 mi
·
26 min
·
Pine Mountain Road
11
Turn left onto KY 15
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Whitesburg Bypass
12
Turn left onto KY 15; KY 931
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
KY 15; KY 931
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on KY 15; KY 160
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Red Fox Road
14
Turn right onto KY 160
11 mi
·
16 min
·
KY 160
15
At end of road, turn right onto KY 160; KY 550
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Hindman Bypass
16
Continue on KY 160
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Hindman Bypass
17
Turn right onto KY 80
12 mi
·
13 min
·
East Highway 80
18
Continue on KY 80
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Martin Road
19
Merge onto KY 80
331 ft
·
11 sec
·
Water Gap Road
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Use the left lane.
21
Merge onto US 23; US 460
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 23; US 460
22
Turn right onto KY 1428
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
KY 1428
23
Turn right onto KY 302
2.8 mi
·
6 min
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KY 302
24
Turn slight left onto Miller Creek Road
488 ft
·
21 sec
·
Miller Creek Road
25
Keep slight left at fork onto Possum Hollow Road
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
Possum Hollow Road
26
Arrive at destination
Possum Hollow Road
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.9 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.8 miles.
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 22 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.9 miles or 1h 14m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Van Lear, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Georgetown, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 101.8 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Georgetown, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pine Mountain Road for about 15.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.9 mi from Georgetown, KY · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.9 miles from Georgetown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Van Lear, KY
The final approach into Van Lear, 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 Van Lear, KY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.92 one way
$31.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.47 | $34.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.59 | $39.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.48 | $44.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.69 | $4.89 |
| Efficient EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.91 | $4.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.52 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Van Lear, KY
Late night in Van Lear on Friday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 20m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Georgetown, KY to Van Lear, KY covers 101.8 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pine Mountain Road, Martin Road, East Highway 80. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.9 miles from Georgetown, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 34.2 miles (KY 15; KY 931): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Georgetown, KY to Van Lear, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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