How far is Covington, KY from Simpsonville, KY?
The driving distance from Covington, KY to Simpsonville, KY is about 89.7 miles (144.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75 miles (120.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 49m 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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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 Simpsonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Simpsonville.
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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
54.7 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 53: La Grange, Ballardsville
1160 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on KY 53 South: Ballardsville, Shelbyville
40 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight left onto South 1st Street
4.4 mi · 7 min · South 1st Street
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Turn right onto Hanna Road
3.5 mi · 9 min · Hanna Road
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Continue on Hannah Road
2 mi · 5 min · Hannah Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Aiken Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Aiken Road
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Turn straight onto Todds Point Road
4.1 mi · 7 min · Todds Point Road
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Continue on 3rd Street
2291 ft · 46 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Simpsonville.
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
54.7 mi · 00h 59m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Covington and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Simpsonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Simpsonville?
The road trip is about 89.7 miles (144.4 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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 44.9 miles from Covington and 44.9 miles from Simpsonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75 miles (120.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.92 one way or $23.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Covington and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Simpsonville.
Stop Ideas Near Sanders
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Simpsonville. Straight-line distance: 75.01 mi (120.72 km).
#1 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Simpsonville
Human settlement in Shelby County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 2,963 |
| Coordinates | 38.2225700, -85.3552300 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Simpsonville (-85.35523, 38.22257)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $11.92 | $23.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.44 | $26.88 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.71 | $29.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.76 | $33.52 |
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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