How far is Fort Thomas, KY from Georgetown, KY?
The driving distance from Fort Thomas, KY to Georgetown, KY is about 253.1 miles (407.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169 miles (271.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 35m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 17m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Thomas and Georgetown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Thomas and Georgetown.
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Start on South Fort Thomas Avenue
106 m · 12 sec · South Fort Thomas Avenue
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Turn right onto Tremont Avenue
1778 ft · 1 min · Tremont Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Grand Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Grand Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 471 North
2248 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50, I 71 South: Third Street, Columbia Parkway
582 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 50 West, I 71 South: Third Street
1561 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
937 ft · 11 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 50 West, I 71 South, I 75 South
107.5 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Continue straight
56.7 mi · 1 hr 1 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 Fort Thomas 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.
US 50 West
Keep slight left to continue on US 50 West, I 71 South, I 75 South
107 mi · 01h 58m
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 Sunny leaving Fort Thomas and Chance Rain Showers near Georgetown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Thomas to Georgetown?
The road trip is about 253.1 miles (407.4 km) and usually takes 04h 17m 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?
Berea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 126.6 miles from Fort Thomas and 126.4 miles from Georgetown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169 miles (271.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 84.1 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 8:24 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.68 one way or $67.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fort Thomas and Chance Rain Showers near Georgetown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Thomas and Georgetown. Straight-line distance: 168.98 mi (271.94 km).
#1 Fort Thomas
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 16,261 |
| Coordinates | 39.0750600, -84.4471600 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| 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: 407 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 09m |
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 | $33.68 | $67.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.98 | $75.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.56 | $83.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.36 | $94.73 |
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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