Origin
Georgetown, KY
Afternoon in Georgetown on Saturday
Local time
2:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, KY to Russell Springs, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
156.6 mi
252 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Georgetown, KY to Russell Springs, KY covers 156.6 miles and takes about 3h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hal Rogers Parkway, US 25E, US 119 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.5 miles on Hal Rogers Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.48 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78.3 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hal Rogers Parkway | 34.5 mi | 41m |
| US 25E | 34.4 mi | 42m |
| US 119 | 29 mi | 32m |
| Cumberland Parkway | 23.4 mi | 25m |
| KY 38 | 19.6 mi | 34m |
| I 75 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| US 421 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Maple Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Hal Rogers Parkway
— 34.5 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Russell Springs, KY.
1
Start on KY 38
20 mi
·
34 min
·
KY 38
2
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
89 ft
·
1 sec
·
KY 38
3
Continue on KY 38
345 ft
·
10 sec
·
KY 38
4
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 421
5
Turn left onto US 119
29 mi
·
32 min
·
US 119
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 25E
34 mi
·
42 min
·
US 25E
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 75 North: Lexington
8
Merge onto I 75
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 75
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward KY 80: Somerset, London
10
Keep slight left at fork
232 ft
·
9 sec
11
Turn left onto KY 80
35 mi
·
41 min
·
Hal Rogers Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto KY 914
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
KY 914
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Bowling Green
14
Merge onto Cumberland Parkway
23 mi
·
25 min
·
Cumberland Parkway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 62
Toward US 127: Russell Springs, Jamestown
16
Turn right onto US 127
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 127
17
Turn left onto KY 619
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Maple Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto KY 379
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
KY 379
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.3 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 34 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.3 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Russell Springs, 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 156.6 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Georgetown, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Hal Rogers Parkway for about 34.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.3 miles from Georgetown, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 95.8 and 155 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
95.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward KY 80: Somerset, London
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward KY 80: Somerset, London
5
95.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
96 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway
Turn left onto KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
130.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Bowling Green
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Bowling Green
6
155 mi into trip
|
~3h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 127: Russell Springs, Jamestown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 62
Toward US 127: Russell Springs, Jamestown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.48 one way
$48.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.88 | $53.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.14 | $60.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.58 | $69.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47 | 0 | $16.44 | $7.52 |
| Efficient EV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.70 | $6.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.92 | $10.02 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Russell Springs, KY
Afternoon in Russell Springs on Saturday
Local time
1:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Pineville, KY
78 mi in
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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
4 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
3h 17m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
National Monument
The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importa...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 135
View on nps.gov
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 43.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
156.6 mi in 3h 17m, mostly highway — 34.5 mi of that is on Hal Rogers Parkway.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.5 mi on Hal Rogers Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Hal Rogers Parkway and US 25E. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 95.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 156.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 95.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 96 miles (KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Georgetown, KY and Russell Springs, KY, road signs point toward London and Bowling Green.
London
95.8 mi in
|
~2h 4m
Bowling Green
130.9 mi in
|
~2h 47m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 156.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.5 miles on Hal Rogers Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Russell Springs, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 95.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 96 miles (KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Russell Springs, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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