How far is Covington, KY from Midway, KY?
The driving distance from Covington, KY to Midway, KY is about 78.7 miles (126.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.1 miles (104.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Midway.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Midway.
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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
60.7 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 620: Cherry Blossom Way
1438 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Cherry Blossom Way
2829 ft · 39 sec · Cherry Blossom Way
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Continue on McClelland Circle
4.3 mi · 5 min · McClelland Circle
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward McClelland Circle
57 m · 4 sec · McClelland Circle
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Exit the roundabout onto McClelland Circle
2.6 mi · 3 min · McClelland Circle
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Continue on Mc Clelland Circle
1 mi · 1 min · Mc Clelland Circle
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Turn right onto Paynes Depot Road
3 mi · 4 min · Paynes Depot Road
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Take the exit slight right
2421 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Midway, Versailles
1558 ft · 38 sec
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Turn slight left
34 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Georgetown Road
1029 ft · 21 sec · Georgetown Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Leestown Road
1147 ft · 25 sec · East Leestown Road
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Turn left onto Midway Road
2566 ft · 43 sec · Midway Road
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Continue on North Winter Street
943 ft · 19 sec · North Winter Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
17 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Midway.
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
Merge slight left
60.7 mi · 01h 07m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Midway.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Midway?
The road trip is about 78.7 miles (126.7 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Williamstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.3 miles from Covington and 39.3 miles from Midway.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.1 miles (104.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 3:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.11 one way or $22.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Covington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Midway.
Stop Ideas Near Williamstown
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 Midway. Straight-line distance: 65.14 mi (104.83 km).
#1 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Midway
Midway is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.1509100, -84.6838300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Midway (-84.68383, 38.15091)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $4.00 | $11.11 | $22.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $12.68 | $25.35 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $13.89 | $27.79 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $17.01 | $34.01 |
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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