How far is Covington, KY from Elizabethtown, KY?

Fastest route

The distance between Covington, Kentucky, and Elizabethtown, Kentucky is approximately 141 miles (227 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 22 minutes via I-71 S and I-65 S. Here are some tips and directions for the journey:

Directions

Head east on E 7th St toward Scott St.
Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Scott St.
Turn right onto E M.L.K. Jr. Blvd.
Merge onto I-71 S/I-75 S toward Lexington/Louisville.
Keep left to stay on I-71 S/I-75 S.
Keep right at the fork to continue on I-71 S, follow signs for Louisville.
Use the middle lane to take exit 1B for I-65 N toward Nashville.
Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-65.
Keep left, follow signs for Nashville, and merge onto I-65 S.
Take exit 94 toward N Mulberry St in Elizabethtown.
Continue on N Mulberry St, then turn right onto N Miles St.
Finally, turn right onto Meadow Ln to reach Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

Tips & Suggestions

🚗 Plan for possible traffic delays and consider using real-time navigation apps for the latest updates on road conditions.
⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel before embarking on the journey.
🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks to stay refreshed during the trip.
🚰 Take regular breaks to stretch and rest, especially during long drives.
🧭 Keep a physical map or have a GPS device handy in case of any navigation issues.
🏨 If the trip is long, consider booking accommodation in Elizabethtown in advance.
📱 Ensure your phone is fully charged and have a car charger available in case of emergencies.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Covington and Elizabethtown is 120.7 miles (194.25 km).

Flight distance from Covington, KY to Elizabethtown, KY is 120.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Covington to Elizabethtown with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Covington, Kentucky to Elizabethtown, Kentucky is: 141.12 miles (227.1 km) by car.

Driving from Covington to Elizabethtown will take approximately 02 hours 12 minutes.

#1 Covington

The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky. It is located on the Ohio River in the northern part of the state. Covington is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Covington Historical Society and the Covington Museum.

Population	40314
GPS Coordinates	39°5'1"N 84°30'31"W
Latitude	39.0836700
Longitude	-84.5085500
Altitude	155
Country	United States

#2 Elizabethtown

County seat of Hardin County, Kentucky, United States

Population	30331
GPS Coordinates	37°41'38"N 85°51'33"W
Latitude	37.6939500
Longitude	-85.8591300
Altitude	221
Country	United States

Starting point in Covington: Scott Boulevard (-84.50851,39.083683)
Ending point in Elizabethtown: North Mulberry Street (-85.859285,37.694037)

Estimated Travel Time Between Covington and Elizabethtown

The distance between Covington and Elizabethtown is 227 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 31 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Covington and Elizabethtown. The current time is 20:11:45.

Average Speed	Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h)	04 hours 42 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h)	03 hours 31 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h)	02 hours 49 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h)	02 hours 21 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h)	02 hours 00 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h)	01 hours 52 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h)	01 hours 45 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.85 liters (4.98 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Covington and Elizabethtown.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Covington to Elizabethtown is $15.89 (diesel $20.94).

Kentucky gas prices.

	Gasoline	Mid Grade	Premium	Diesel
Gallon	$3.19	$3.67	$4.07	$4.21
Total	$15.89	$18.29	$20.25	$20.94

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Kentucky ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.191 (Diesel $4.206) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Covington and Elizabethtown (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.