How far is Augusta, KY from Covington, KY?
The driving distance from Augusta, KY to Covington, KY is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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City in Kentucky, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Augusta and Covington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta and Covington.
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Start on the route
49 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
115 m · 15 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn slight left onto Main Street
94 m · 8 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Heather Renee French Boulevard
1451 ft · 29 sec · Heather Renee French Boulevard
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Continue on 5th Street
1210 ft · 24 sec · 5th Street
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Continue on Mary Ingles Highway West
16.5 mi · 27 min · Mary Ingles Highway West
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Turn left onto Ivor Road
1 mi · 2 min · Ivor Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto AA Highway
15.6 mi · 21 min · AA Highway
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Continue on Licking Pike
5.8 mi · 9 min · Licking Pike
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Turn right onto West 12th Street
142 m · 24 sec · West 12th Street
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Turn left onto Brighton Street
543 ft · 26 sec · Brighton Street
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Turn left onto West 11th Street
1142 ft · 34 sec · West 11th Street
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Continue on East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
589 ft · 17 sec · East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
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Turn right onto Prospect Avenue
150 m · 19 sec · Prospect Avenue
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Turn left onto East 11th Street
1853 ft · 1 min · East 11th Street
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Turn right onto Madison Avenue
1680 ft · 1 min · Madison Avenue
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Turn right onto East 7th Street
139 m · 20 sec · East 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Augusta and Covington.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Mary Ingles Highway West
Continue on Mary Ingles Highway West
16.5 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Augusta and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Covington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Augusta to Covington?
The road trip is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km) and usually takes 00h 51m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
California is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.4 miles from Augusta and 21.1 miles from Covington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.51 one way or $11.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Augusta and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Covington.
Stop Ideas Near California
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Augusta and Covington. Straight-line distance: 34.57 mi (55.63 km).
#1 Augusta
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 1,142 |
| Coordinates | 38.7717400, -84.0057600 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scott Boulevard (-84.50851, 39.083683)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $5.51 | $11.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.21 | $12.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.79 | $13.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.74 | $15.49 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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