How far is Covington, KY from Elkfork, KY?
The driving distance from Covington, KY to Elkfork, KY is about 134.9 miles (217.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.2 miles (172.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 00m.
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 Fleming County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Elkfork.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Elkfork.
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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 left onto East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
2197 ft · 1 min · East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
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Continue on West 11th Street
1142 ft · 38 sec · West 11th Street
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Turn right onto Brighton Street
543 ft · 23 sec · Brighton Street
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Turn right onto West 12th Street
142 m · 21 sec · West 12th Street
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Turn left onto Licking Pike
5.9 mi · 9 min · Licking Pike
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Continue on AA Highway
52.2 mi · 1 hr 10 min · AA Highway
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Turn right onto KY 11 South: Flemingsburg
12.3 mi · 14 min
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Turn right
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
24.4 mi · 31 min
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Turn right onto West Wilkinson Boulevard
2764 ft · 60 sec · West Wilkinson Boulevard
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Turn left onto Clearfield Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Clearfield Road
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Continue on West Liberty Road
19.6 mi · 22 min · West Liberty Road
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Continue straight
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
1.6 km · 1 min
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Turn left
9.8 mi · 17 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Staffordsville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Elkfork.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
AA Highway
Continue on AA Highway
52.2 mi · 01h 10m
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 Covington and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Elkfork.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Elkfork?
The road trip is about 134.9 miles (217.1 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?
Flemingsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.4 miles from Covington and 67.5 miles from Elkfork.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.2 miles (172.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:30 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.23 one way or $36.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Covington and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Elkfork.
Stop Ideas Near Flemingsburg
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 Flemingsburg.
Maysville
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Ashland Transportation Center
Cincinnati, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Elkfork. Straight-line distance: 107.26 mi (172.62 km).
#1 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elkfork
Elkfork is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9648100, -83.1329500 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elkfork (-83.13295, 37.96481)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 217 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $3.83 | $18.23 | $36.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.42 | $21.03 | $42.07 |
| Premium | $4.85 | $23.10 | $46.19 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $28.96 | $57.91 |
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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