Origin
Hazard, KY
Morning in Hazard on Friday
Local time
9:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
49.9 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hazard, KY
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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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 49.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Straightforward navigation.
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.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cumberland Road is the longest continuous segment at about 23.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near KY 1762 / L O Davis Drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (KY 1762 / L O Davis Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (KY 15 Business / Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (KY 15 Business / High Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 1762 / L O Davis Drive
At end of road, turn right onto KY 1762 / L O Davis Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
KY 15 Business / Memorial Drive
Turn left onto KY 15 Business / Memorial Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
KY 15 Business / High Street
Turn left onto KY 15 Business / High Street
Navigation decision point
5
38.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
US 119 / United States Highway 119
At end of road, turn left onto US 119 / United States Highway 119
Navigation decision point
5
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
KY 38
At end of road, turn sharp left onto KY 38
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Road | 23.4 mi | 38m |
| KY 179 | 8 mi | 14m |
| KY 15 Business | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| KY 160 | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Trace Branch Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| KY 38 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Bridge Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| United States Highway 119 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Cumberland Road
— 23.4 mi, about 38m
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 end of road, turn right onto KY 1762
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
L O Davis Drive
3
Turn left onto KY 15 Business
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Memorial Drive
4
Turn left onto KY 15 Business
370 ft
·
7 sec
·
High Street
5
Turn straight onto KY 15 Business; KY 451
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
6
Turn right onto KY 15 Business
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
KY 15 Business
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
8
Turn right onto KY 7
11 mi
·
19 min
·
Cumberland Road
9
Continue on KY 699
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Cumberland Road
10
Turn straight onto KY 699
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Road
11
Turn left onto KY 463
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Cumberland Road
12
Continue on KY 463
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Trace Branch Road
13
Continue on KY 160
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
KY 160
14
Turn right onto Sand Hill Bottom Road
399 ft
·
17 sec
·
Sand Hill Bottom Road
15
Continue on Sand Hill Bottom Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Sand Hill Bottom Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
·
United States Highway 119
17
Turn right onto KY 179
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
KY 179
18
Turn right onto KY 179
305 ft
·
12 sec
·
Gilley Hollow Road
19
Turn left onto KY 179
7.5 mi
·
13 min
·
KY 179
20
At end of road, turn sharp left onto KY 38
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
KY 38
21
Arrive at destination
KY 38
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25 mi from Hazard, KY · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
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.
Destination
Georgetown, KY
Morning in Georgetown on Friday
Local time
9:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°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 23m 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 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cumberland Road, KY 179, KY 15 Business. 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (KY 1762 / L O Davis Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (KY 15 Business / Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (KY 15 Business / High Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hazard, KY to Georgetown, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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