How far is Brodhead, KY from Covington, KY?
The driving distance from Brodhead, KY to Covington, KY is about 136.6 miles (219.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Scott County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brodhead and Covington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brodhead and Covington.
-
1
Start on Sycamore Street
572 ft · 30 sec · Sycamore Street
-
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Boone Way
2637 ft · 54 sec · Boone Way
-
3
Turn right onto Old Broadhead Road
4.2 mi · 7 min · Old Broadhead Road
-
4
Turn left onto Cumberland Lake Parkway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Cumberland Lake Parkway
-
5
Continue on Richmond Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Richmond Street
-
6
Take the exit left
1289 ft · 31 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
55.2 mi · 59 min
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
72.7 mi · 1 hr 20 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward 12th Street, Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Pike Street, Covington
1673 ft · 41 sec
-
10
Continue on Simon Kenton Way
153 m · 19 sec · Simon Kenton Way
-
11
Turn right onto West Pike Street
3055 ft · 2 min · West Pike Street
-
12
Continue on West 7th Street
1102 ft · 35 sec · West 7th Street
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brodhead and Covington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 75 North
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
72.7 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Brodhead and Mostly Sunny near Covington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brodhead to Covington?
The road trip is about 136.6 miles (219.9 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Stamping Ground is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.2 miles from Brodhead and 68.4 miles from Covington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 2:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.18 one way or $36.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brodhead and Mostly Sunny near Covington.
Stop Ideas Near Stamping Ground
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Stamping Ground.
Maysville
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Louisville, Kentucky
Cincinnati, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brodhead and Covington. Straight-line distance: 116.15 mi (186.93 km).
#1 Brodhead
Human settlement in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,185 |
| Coordinates | 37.4042500, -84.4138300 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| 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: East 7th Street (-84.50851, 39.083683)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 220 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $18.18 | $36.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.50 | $41.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.43 | $44.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.57 | $51.13 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Kentucky · Apr 18, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.