How far is Covington, KY from Eminence, KY?
The driving distance from Covington, KY to Eminence, KY is about 76.4 miles (123 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Eminence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Eminence.
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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
17.3 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Louisville
43.2 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 421: New Castle, Bedford
1558 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Campbellsburg Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Campbellsburg Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1650 ft · 28 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Campbellsburg Road
6.6 mi · 10 min · Campbellsburg Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1517 ft · 26 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Eminence Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Eminence Road
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Continue on North Main Street
2730 ft · 52 sec · North Main Street
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Turn sharp right onto Depot Avenue
47 m · 7 sec · Depot Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Depot Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Eminence.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 71 South
Take the exit slight right toward I 71 South: Louisville
43.2 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Sunny leaving Covington and Sunny near Eminence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Eminence?
The road trip is about 76.4 miles (123 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Sparta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.2 miles from Covington and 38.2 miles from Eminence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.2 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 3:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.18 one way or $20.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Covington and Sunny near Eminence.
Stop Ideas Near Sparta
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Eminence. Straight-line distance: 61.18 mi (98.46 km).
#1 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eminence
Town in Kentucky
| Population | 2,566 |
| Coordinates | 38.3700700, -85.1805100 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eminence (-85.18051, 38.37007)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.48 | $22.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.32 | $28.64 |
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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