Trip from Owensboro, KY to Georgetown, KY

Drive Time

6h 7m

Distance

307.4 mi

495 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

5h 55m ★

6 AM

6h 8m

8 AM

6h 33m

10 AM

6h 16m

12 PM

6h 14m

3 PM

6h 18m

5 PM

6h 32m

8 PM

6h 0m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Owensboro, KY to Georgetown, KY covers 307.4 miles and takes about 6h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Cumberland Parkway, I 165, KY 80 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 85.6 miles on Cumberland Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.69 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

153.7 miles from Owensboro, KY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 6h 7m highway drive covering 307.4 miles, with most of the trip on Cumberland Parkway and I 165. The longest continuous stretch is about 85.6 miles on Cumberland Parkway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Cumberland Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 85.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cumberland Parkway and I 165. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 307.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 90.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4.5 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward I 165 South: Bowling Green

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 17 Toward I 165 South: Bowling Green

90.6 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward Somerset, Glasgow

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Somerset, Glasgow

176.7 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in

Take the exit toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 86 Toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside

222.8 mi into trip | ~4h 14m in

Take the exit toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville

287.8 mi into trip | ~5h 33m in | KY 38

Enter roundabout onto KY 38

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Towns Along This Route

Between Owensboro, KY and Georgetown, KY, road signs point toward Somerset, Glasgow, Burnside and Barbourville.

Somerset

90.6 mi in | ~1h 47m

Glasgow

90.6 mi in | ~1h 47m

Burnside

176.7 mi in | ~3h 20m

Barbourville

222.8 mi in | ~4h 14m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Cumberland Parkway	85.6 mi	1h 31m
I 165	62.4 mi	1h 6m
KY 80	33.8 mi	40m
Cumberland Gap Parkway	30.7 mi	36m
KY 38	19.7 mi	34m
Harlan Road	15.9 mi	18m
I 65	14.5 mi	15m
Pineville Road	13.1 mi	14m

Longest stretch: Cumberland Parkway — 85.6 mi, about 1h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Frederica Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · Frederica Street

Turn left onto West 18th Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West 18th Street

Turn right onto KY 2155

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Triplett Street

Turn straight onto KY 2155

1.9 mi · 3 min · New Hartford Road

Turn left

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Merge onto US 60; US 231

0.4 mi · 29 sec · Wendell Ford Expressway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Exit 17 Toward I 165 South: Bowling Green

Continue on I 165

62 mi · 1 hr 6 min · I 165

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Turn left onto US 231

1.8 mi · 2 min · Morgantown Road

Turn left onto Old Morgantown Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Old Morgantown Road

Turn left onto US 68 Business

361 ft · 8 sec · University Boulevard

Continue on US 68 Business

1.6 mi · 2 min · Kentucky Street

Continue on US 31W; US 68; KY 80

2.8 mi · 4 min · Louisville Road

Turn right onto KY 446

0.7 mi · 1 min · KY 446

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 65

14 mi · 15 min · I 65

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward Somerset, Glasgow

Merge onto Cumberland Parkway

86 mi · 1 hr 31 min · Cumberland Parkway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 86 Toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside

Continue on KY 914

0.4 mi · 33 sec · KY 914

Turn left onto KY 80

34 mi · 40 min · KY 80

Use the left lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Merge onto I 75

11 mi · 12 min · I 75

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville

Turn left onto US 25E

2.0 mi · 3 min · Corbin Bypass

Continue on US 25E

31 mi · 36 min · Cumberland Gap Parkway

Continue on US 25E

1.8 mi · 2 min · Bob Madon Bypass

Turn left onto US 119

16 mi · 18 min · Harlan Road

Continue on US 119

13 mi · 14 min · Pineville Road

Turn right onto US 421

1.1 mi · 2 min · US 421

Turn left onto KY 38

386 ft · 9 sec · KY 38

Enter roundabout onto KY 38

91 ft · 1 sec · KY 38

Continue on KY 38

20 mi · 34 min · KY 38

Arrive at destination

KY 38

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 153.7 miles from Owensboro, KY, or about 2h 55m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.6 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 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 153.7 miles or 2h 55m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 50m

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

Before You Leave

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

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Owensboro, KY

This is one driving day of about 307.4 miles and 6h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Owensboro, 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 Cumberland Parkway for about 85.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 153.7 mi from Owensboro, KY · 2h 55m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Nicholasville, KY

154 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

Nashville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Nicholasville, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 153.7 miles from Owensboro, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Cumberland Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.6 miles.

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.

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...

3 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 169.6

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 ~20 min detour Free near mile 265

View on nps.gov

Mammoth Cave National Park

National Park

Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, e...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour Free near mile 84.8

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$46.69 one way

$93.38 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 108 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$51.47	$102.94
premium	$4.80	$58.03	$116.06
diesel	$5.64	$68.29	$136.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 107.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	92.2	1	$32.28	$14.76
Efficient EV	76.9	0	$26.90	$12.30
EV Truck/SUV	123	1	$43.04	$19.67

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Owensboro, KY

Afternoon in Owensboro on Monday

Local time

2:21 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Georgetown, KY

Afternoon in Georgetown on Monday

Local time

3:21 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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

17 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

6h 7m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Owensboro, KY to Georgetown, KY covers 307.4 miles and takes about 6h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Cumberland Parkway, I 165, KY 80. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 153.7 miles from Owensboro, KY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.69 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Owensboro, KY and Georgetown, KY, road signs point toward Somerset, Glasgow, Burnside and Barbourville.

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Trip from Owensboro, KY to Georgetown, KY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Georgetown, KY

National Parks Near This Route

Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Mammoth Cave National Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Owensboro, KY

Georgetown, KY

1 hour later

17 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 7m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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