Origin
Morehead, KY
Evening in Morehead on Sunday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morehead, KY to Georgetown, KY
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
136.8 mi
220 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
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6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morehead, KY
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Georgetown, KY
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Trip Overview
Connecting Morehead to Georgetown, this 136.8-mile journey is an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 2 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable trek for those looking to traverse this part of Kentucky. Budgeting roughly $21 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the route stays entirely within the southeast region of the state, the transition between these two points feels cohesive and familiar. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, the straightforward nature of this trip makes it a reliable choice for your travel calendar.
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
68.4 miles from Morehead, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This mixed-profile drive moves away from the monotony of pure interstate travel, offering a more varied experience on the road. With a highway share of 45%, you will alternate between faster-paced stretches and more localized driving along KY 15, Cumberland Road, and West Liberty Road. Your longest uninterrupted segment spans 39.3 miles on KY 15, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm before the road profile shifts. Expect the character of the pavement to change as you transition from the primary highway corridors onto the secondary roads that define this route's personality.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
KY 15 is the longest continuous segment at about 39.3 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 early in the drive near US 60; KY 32 / East Wilkinson Boulevard.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 2m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 60; KY 32 / East Wilkinson Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 50.4 miles (KY 1812): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 55.9 miles (KY 15; KY 30 / Park Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 60; KY 32 / East Wilkinson Boulevard
Turn right onto US 60; KY 32 / East Wilkinson Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
50.4 mi into trip
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~58m in
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KY 1812
Take the exit onto KY 1812
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
55.9 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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KY 15; KY 30 / Park Road
At end of road, turn left onto KY 15; KY 30 / Park Road
Navigation decision point
5
125.6 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
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US 119 / United States Highway 119
At end of road, turn left onto US 119 / United States Highway 119
Navigation decision point
5
134.2 mi into trip
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~2h 58m in
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KY 38
At end of road, turn sharp left onto KY 38
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KY 15 | 39.3 mi | 44m |
| Cumberland Road | 23.4 mi | 38m |
| West Liberty Road | 19.6 mi | 22m |
| Jackson Road | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| KY 179 | 8 mi | 14m |
| Lee City Road | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| KY 7 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| KY 160 | 3.7 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
KY 15
— 39.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morehead, KY and Georgetown, KY.
1
Start on Bridge Street
258 ft
·
14 sec
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Bridge Street
2
Turn right onto US 60; KY 32
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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East Wilkinson Boulevard
3
Turn left onto KY 519
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Clearfield Road
4
Continue on KY 519
20 mi
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22 min
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West Liberty Road
5
Continue on KY 7
4.4 mi
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5 min
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KY 7
6
Continue on US 460
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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US 460
7
Turn left onto KY 205
14 mi
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15 min
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Jackson Road
8
Continue on KY 205
7.9 mi
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9 min
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Lee City Road
9
Take the exit onto KY 1812
0.1 mi
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24 sec
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KY 1812
10
Continue on KY 15; KY 1812
5.4 mi
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6 min
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KY 15; KY 1812
11
At end of road, turn left onto KY 15; KY 30
3.2 mi
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3 min
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Park Road
12
Continue on KY 15
27 mi
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30 min
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KY 15
13
Continue on KY 15
2.1 mi
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2 min
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KY 15
14
Turn right onto KY 15
5.1 mi
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5 min
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KY 15
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
16
Turn right onto KY 7
11 mi
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19 min
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Cumberland Road
17
Continue on KY 699
5.9 mi
·
10 min
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Cumberland Road
18
Turn straight onto KY 699
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Bridge Road
19
Turn left onto KY 463
6.5 mi
·
8 min
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Cumberland Road
20
Continue on KY 463
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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Trace Branch Road
21
Continue on KY 160
3.7 mi
·
6 min
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KY 160
22
Turn right onto Sand Hill Bottom Road
399 ft
·
17 sec
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Sand Hill Bottom Road
23
Continue on Sand Hill Bottom Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Sand Hill Bottom Road
24
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
0.6 mi
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40 sec
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United States Highway 119
25
Turn right onto KY 179
0.5 mi
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54 sec
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KY 179
26
Turn right onto KY 179
305 ft
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12 sec
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Gilley Hollow Road
27
Turn left onto KY 179
7.5 mi
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13 min
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KY 179
28
At end of road, turn sharp left onto KY 38
2.6 mi
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4 min
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KY 38
29
Arrive at destination
KY 38
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about a complex itinerary. With only one recommended stop, you can easily break up the 3-hour drive to stretch your legs or grab a quick snack without adding significant time to your arrival. Keep in mind that since your longest stretch is nearly 40 miles, you should ensure your tank is sufficiently filled before leaving Morehead to avoid any mid-trip fuel anxiety. Taking advantage of the daylight hours will help you navigate the mixed road types more comfortably as you make your way toward Georgetown.
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 68.4 miles from Morehead, KY, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.3 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.4 miles or 1h 19m 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 21m
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 Morehead, 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 Morehead, KY
This is one driving day of about 136.8 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morehead, 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 KY 15 for about 39.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.4 mi from Morehead, KY · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.4 miles from Morehead, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Georgetown, 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
$20.78 one way
$41.56 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $22.91 | $45.81 |
| premium | $4.80 | $25.83 | $51.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.39 | $60.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41 | 0 | $14.36 | $6.57 |
| Efficient EV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.97 | $5.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.7 | 0 | $19.15 | $8.76 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Georgetown, KY
Evening in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
4 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
3h 2m 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 Morehead, KY to Georgetown, KY covers 136.8 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KY 15, Cumberland Road, West Liberty Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.4 miles from Morehead, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 2m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 60; KY 32 / East Wilkinson Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 50.4 miles (KY 1812): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 55.9 miles (KY 15; KY 30 / Park Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Morehead, KY to Georgetown, KY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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