How far is Elkfork, KY from Georgetown, KY?
The driving distance from Elkfork, KY to Georgetown, KY is about 127.4 miles (205.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.4 miles (119.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 26m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Perry County, Kentucky, in the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elkfork and Georgetown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkfork and Georgetown.
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Start on Staffordsville Road
9.8 mi · 17 min · Staffordsville Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.6 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
4.7 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Jackson Road
13.6 mi · 15 min · Jackson Road
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Continue on Lee City Road
7.9 mi · 9 min · Lee City Road
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Take the exit right
774 ft · 24 sec
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 6 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Park Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · Park Road
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Continue on KY 15
26.7 mi · 30 min · KY 15
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
1059 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Cumberland Road
11 mi · 19 min · Cumberland Road
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Continue on Cumberland Road
5.9 mi · 10 min · Cumberland Road
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Turn straight onto Bridge Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · Bridge Road
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Turn left onto Cumberland Road
6.5 mi · 9 min · Cumberland Road
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Continue on Trace Branch Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · Trace Branch Road
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Continue straight
3.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Sand Hill Bottom Road
122 m · 18 sec · Sand Hill Bottom Road
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Continue on Sand Hill Bottom Road
1429 ft · 1 min · Sand Hill Bottom Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto United States Highway 119
2988 ft · 41 sec · United States Highway 119
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Turn right
2577 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right onto Gilley Hollow Road
93 m · 12 sec · Gilley Hollow Road
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Turn left
7.5 mi · 13 min
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At the end of the road, turn sharp left
2.6 mi · 5 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 Elkfork and Georgetown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
KY 15
Continue on KY 15
26.7 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Elkfork and Mostly Sunny near Georgetown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elkfork to Georgetown?
The road trip is about 127.4 miles (205.1 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Hazard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61 miles from Elkfork and 66.5 miles from Georgetown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.4 miles (119.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 53 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 1:04 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.24 one way or $34.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Elkfork and Mostly Sunny near Georgetown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elkfork and Georgetown. Straight-line distance: 74.43 mi (119.79 km).
#1 Elkfork
Elkfork is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9648100, -83.1329500 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| 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: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $3.83 | $17.24 | $34.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.42 | $19.89 | $39.77 |
| Premium | $4.85 | $21.83 | $43.67 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $27.37 | $54.75 |
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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