How far is Covington, KY from Worthington, KY?
The driving distance from Covington, KY to Worthington, KY is about 88.4 miles (142.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 22m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 41m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Worthington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Worthington.
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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
67.4 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 841 North
736 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left
1710 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 265 South, KY 841 South
1232 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gene Snyder Freeway
2814 ft · 37 sec · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 22: Crestwood
889 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left onto Brownsboro Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Brownsboro Road
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Continue on Brownsboro Road
54 m · 13 sec · Brownsboro Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Brownsboro Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington and Worthington.
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
67.4 mi · 01h 13m
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 Clear near Worthington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Worthington?
The road trip is about 88.4 miles (142.2 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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 44.2 miles from Covington and 44.2 miles from Worthington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.7 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 3:08 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.69 one way or $23.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Covington and Clear near Worthington.
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 Worthington. Straight-line distance: 77.72 mi (125.08 km).
#1 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Worthington
Worthington is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.3156200, -85.5616300 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Worthington (-85.56163, 38.31562)
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 46m |
| 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 | $3.75 | $11.69 | $23.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $13.54 | $27.08 |
| Premium | $4.76 | $14.85 | $29.70 |
| Diesel | $6.03 | $18.82 | $37.64 |
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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