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Trip from Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

1h 26m

Distance

49.9 mi

80 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 20m ★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city and county seat of Perry County, Kentucky, United States

Hazard, KY

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Downtown Georgetown, KY, KY

Georgetown, KY

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Hazard to Georgetown, you are looking at a 49.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes to complete. Because this trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel for the trip, making it a very budget-friendly transit. Both towns are located within the Southeast region of Kentucky, keeping your travel environment consistent throughout the drive. This route is an ideal choice if you prioritize local connectivity over high-speed interstate travel.

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

25 miles from Hazard, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route contains zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via L O Davis Drive, Memorial Drive, and High Street, which keeps you off the major freeways for the duration of the trip. Since the entire distance is composed of local roads, you should prepare for a more engaging experience behind the wheel that requires your full attention. The road's personality is defined by its winding local nature, so don't expect long, uninterrupted stretches of straight pavement. This is a practical, direct transit through the local landscape that favors precision over speed.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
L O Davis Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
L O Davis Drive
Memorial Drive
High Street
Main Street
Cumberland Road
Bridge Road
Trace Branch Road
Sand Hill Bottom Road

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: L O Davis Drive — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hazard, KY and Georgetown, KY.

1

Start on Laurel Street

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Laurel Street
2

At the end of the road, turn right onto L O Davis Drive

0.2 mi · 32 sec · L O Davis Drive
3

Turn left onto Memorial Drive

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Memorial Drive
4

Turn left onto High Street

371 ft · 7 sec · High Street
5

Turn straight onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Main Street
6

Turn right

5.3 mi · 6 min
7

Take the exit slight right

0.2 mi · 31 sec
8

Turn right onto Cumberland Road

11 mi · 19 min · Cumberland Road
9

Continue on Cumberland Road

5.9 mi · 10 min · Cumberland Road
10

Turn straight onto Bridge Road

1.7 mi · 2 min · Bridge Road
11

Turn left onto Cumberland Road

6.5 mi · 8 min · Cumberland Road
12

Continue on Trace Branch Road

3.3 mi · 5 min · Trace Branch Road
13

Continue straight

3.7 mi · 6 min
14

Turn right onto Sand Hill Bottom Road

400 ft · 18 sec · Sand Hill Bottom Road
15

Continue on Sand Hill Bottom Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Sand Hill Bottom Road
16

At the end of the road, turn left onto United States Highway 119

0.6 mi · 41 sec · United States Highway 119
17

Turn right

0.5 mi · 54 sec
18

Turn right onto Gilley Hollow Road

305 ft · 12 sec · Gilley Hollow Road
19

Turn left

7.5 mi · 13 min
20

At the end of the road, turn sharp left

2.6 mi · 4 min
21

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Because this is a short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without worrying about a complex itinerary. Since there are no designated stops on this 1 hour and 26-minute route, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Hazard so you don't have to break your momentum. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between L O Davis Drive, Memorial Drive, and High Street. Factor in the $8 fuel cost when planning your total budget to ensure a smooth arrival in Georgetown. Use the simplicity of this quick, under-50-mile drive to your advantage by planning a stress-free departure.

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 25 miles from Hazard, KY, or about 43m into the drive.

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 11 miles or 19m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 25 miles or 43m 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 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Georgetown, KY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hazard, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Hazard, KY

This is one driving day of about 49.9 miles and 1h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Hazard, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 25 mi from Hazard, KY · 43m into the drive

Downtown Tilford, KY, KY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tilford, KY

25 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

Vicco, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tilford, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 25 miles from Hazard, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Georgetown, KY

The final approach into Georgetown, KY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.80 one way

$15.60 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $8.57 $17.13
premium $4.89 $9.60 $19.21
diesel $5.61 $11.02 $22.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 15 0 $5.24 $2.40
Efficient EV 12.5 0 $4.37 $2.00
EV Truck/SUV 20 0 $6.99 $3.19

Gas CO2

17 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (65% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Hazard, KY

Evening in Hazard on Wednesday

Local time

5:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Georgetown, KY

Evening in Georgetown on Wednesday

Local time

5:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

81°F

Tilford, KY

25 mi in

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

8 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 26m 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 Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY covers 49.9 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are L O Davis Drive, Memorial Drive, High Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25 miles from Hazard, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.80 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.
The drive from Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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