How far is Eastern, KY from Prestonsburg, KY?
The driving distance from Eastern, KY to Prestonsburg, KY is about 12.8 miles (20.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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City in Kentucky, USA
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eastern and Prestonsburg.
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Start on the route
1543 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left
9.6 mi · 11 min
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Merge slight left onto Water Gap Road
101 m · 12 sec · Water Gap Road
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Take the exit left
1084 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
2759 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto Town Branch Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · Town Branch Road
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Turn right onto West Graham Street
697 ft · 21 sec · West Graham Street
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Turn right onto South Lake Drive
16 m · 1 sec · South Lake Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Lake Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eastern and Prestonsburg.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
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9.6 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Eastern and Sunny near Prestonsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eastern to Prestonsburg?
The road trip is about 12.8 miles (20.6 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Martin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.4 miles from Eastern and 6.4 miles from Prestonsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.70 one way or $3.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Eastern and Sunny near Prestonsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Martin
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 Martin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eastern and Prestonsburg. Straight-line distance: 10.44 mi (16.8 km).
#1 Eastern
Eastern is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.5170400, -82.8059900 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Prestonsburg
City and county seat of Floyd County, Kentucky
| Population | 3,460 |
| Coordinates | 37.6656500, -82.7715500 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Lake Drive (-82.77141, 37.665724)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.70 | $3.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.91 | $3.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.09 | $4.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
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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