How far is Covington, KY from Burkesville, KY?
The driving distance from Covington, KY to Burkesville, KY is about 202.2 miles (325.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165.3 miles (266 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Jessamine County, Kentucky
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Burkesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Burkesville.
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Start on East 7th Street
4 m · 5 sec · East 7th Street
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Turn right onto Scott Boulevard
2125 ft · 1 min · Scott Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
1.1 km · 2 min · East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
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Continue on West 12th Street
62 m · 13 sec · West 12th Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 71 South, I 75 South
1766 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
74.9 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 922: Airport, Lexington
1442 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto Newtown Pike
3.3 mi · 5 min · Newtown Pike
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Continue on Oliver Lewis Way
1.4 km · 1 min · Oliver Lewis Way
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Continue on Bolivar Street
877 ft · 24 sec · Bolivar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Upper Street
1195 ft · 31 sec · South Upper Street
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Turn straight onto South Limestone
1.3 km · 2 min · South Limestone
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Continue on Nicholasville Road
4.7 mi · 8 min · Nicholasville Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Lexington Road
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Turn left onto North Main Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Nicholasville Bypass
6 mi · 7 min · Nicholasville Bypass
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Continue on Lexington Road
6.4 mi · 7 min · Lexington Road
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Turn right onto Chenault Bridge Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Chenault Bridge Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
3.6 mi · 5 min · Lexington Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Lexington Road
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Continue on East Lexington Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · East Lexington Avenue
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Turn left onto Wilderness Road
1377 ft · 27 sec · Wilderness Road
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Turn right onto West Main Street
2160 ft · 48 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South 4th Street
1 mi · 2 min · South 4th Street
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Continue on Hustonville Road
51.1 mi · 59 min · Hustonville Road
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Turn right
22.4 mi · 25 min
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Turn right
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Burkesville Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Burkesville Road
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Continue on Albany Road
8.2 mi · 9 min · Albany Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1 km · 51 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on North Main Street
41 m · 2 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Burkesville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 71 South
Merge slight left
74.9 mi · 01h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Covington and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Burkesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Burkesville?
The road trip is about 202.2 miles (325.4 km) and usually takes 04h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wilmore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.2 miles from Covington and 101 miles from Burkesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.3 miles (266 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:54 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.89 one way or $53.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Covington and Burkesville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Covington and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Burkesville.
Stop Ideas Near Wilmore
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 Wilmore.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Burkesville. Straight-line distance: 165.27 mi (265.97 km).
#1 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burkesville
City in Cumberland County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,437 |
| Coordinates | 36.7903400, -85.3705200 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: Burkesville (-85.37052, 36.79034)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 325 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $26.89 | $53.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.32 | $60.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $33.18 | $66.37 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.82 | $75.64 |
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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