How far is Covington, KY from Goshen, KY?
The driving distance from Covington, KY to Goshen, KY is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m 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 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Goshen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Goshen.
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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
57.9 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 393: Buckner
1843 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right
2807 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
1166 ft · 22 sec
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Turn right onto North Highway 393
4.9 mi · 9 min · North Highway 393
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Turn left onto West State Highway 42
5.6 mi · 8 min · West State Highway 42
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Turn right onto Goshen Lane
28 m · 4 sec · Goshen Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Goshen Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Goshen.
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
57.9 mi · 01h 03m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Covington and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Goshen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Goshen?
The road trip is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Sanders is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.1 miles from Covington and 44.2 miles from Goshen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 2:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.77 one way or $23.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Covington and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Goshen.
Stop Ideas Near Sanders
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 Sanders.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Goshen. Straight-line distance: 74.22 mi (119.44 km).
#1 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Goshen
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 1,016 |
| Coordinates | 38.4031200, -85.5741300 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
End: Goshen (-85.57413, 38.40312)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.77 | $23.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.52 | $29.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.55 | $33.10 |
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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