How far is Crescent Springs, KY from Georgetown, KY?
The driving distance from Crescent Springs, KY to Georgetown, KY is about 249 miles (400.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 170.9 miles (275.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Human settlement in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Crescent Springs and Georgetown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crescent Springs and Georgetown.
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Start on Western Reserve Road
667 ft · 31 sec · Western Reserve Road
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Turn left onto Anderson Road
983 ft · 28 sec · Anderson Road
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Turn right onto Buttermilk Pike
1618 ft · 46 sec · Buttermilk Pike
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Take the ramp right toward I 71 South, I 75 South
952 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
157.2 mi · 2 hr 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
1752 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Corbin Bypass
2 mi · 3 min · Corbin Bypass
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Continue on Cumberland Gap Parkway
30.7 mi · 37 min · Cumberland Gap Parkway
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Continue on Bob Madon Bypass
1.8 mi · 3 min · Bob Madon Bypass
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Turn left onto Harlan Road
15.9 mi · 18 min · Harlan Road
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Continue on Pineville Road
13.1 mi · 15 min · Pineville Road
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
118 m · 10 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
28 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
19.6 mi · 34 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Crescent Springs and Georgetown.
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
157 mi · 02h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Crescent Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms near Georgetown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crescent Springs to Georgetown?
The road trip is about 249 miles (400.8 km) and usually takes 04h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brodhead is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.4 miles from Crescent Springs and 127.6 miles from Georgetown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 170.9 miles (275.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 78.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:20 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.15 one way or $66.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Crescent Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms near Georgetown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crescent Springs and Georgetown. Straight-line distance: 170.96 mi (275.14 km).
#1 Crescent Springs
City in Kenton County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 4,138 |
| Coordinates | 39.0514500, -84.5816100 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Georgetown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 35,847 |
| Coordinates | 36.8892600, -83.0551700 |
| Altitude | 495 |
| Country | United States |
End: KY 38 (-83.055148, 36.889287)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 401 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 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 | $33.15 | $66.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.38 | $74.77 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $40.91 | $81.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $46.62 | $93.24 |
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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