How far is Eminence, KY from Covington, KY?
The driving distance from Eminence, KY to Covington, KY is about 76.3 miles (122.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eminence and Covington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eminence and Covington.
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Start on Depot Avenue
47 m · 14 sec · Depot Avenue
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Turn sharp left onto South Main Street
2730 ft · 46 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Eminence Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Eminence Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1517 ft · 26 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Campbellsburg Road
6.6 mi · 10 min · Campbellsburg Road
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Continue on Main Street
1650 ft · 34 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Campbellsburg Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Campbellsburg Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1709 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
42.7 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North, I 71 North: Cincinnati
18 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 12th Street, Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Pike Street, Covington
1673 ft · 41 sec
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Continue on Simon Kenton Way
153 m · 19 sec · Simon Kenton Way
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Turn right onto West Pike Street
3055 ft · 2 min · West Pike Street
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Continue on West 7th Street
1102 ft · 35 sec · West 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eminence and Covington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Campbellsburg Road
Merge slight left
42.7 mi · 00h 46m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eminence to Covington?
The road trip is about 76.3 miles (122.8 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Sparta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.1 miles from Eminence and 38.2 miles from Covington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.14 one way or $20.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Sparta
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eminence and Covington. Straight-line distance: 61.18 mi (98.46 km).
#1 Eminence
Town in Kentucky
| Population | 2,566 |
| Coordinates | 38.3700700, -85.1805100 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky.
| Population | 40,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.0836700, -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 7th Street (-84.50851, 39.083683)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.14 | $20.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.27 | $28.54 |
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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