How far is Georgetown, KY from Bardstown, KY?
The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Bardstown, KY is about 194.4 miles (312.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.9 miles (236.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 57m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Georgetown and Bardstown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown and Bardstown.
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Start on the route
19.6 mi · 34 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
27 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
105 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
29 mi · 33 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
34.4 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Lexington
1811 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
29.5 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left
54 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto South Daniel Boone Trail
2.1 mi · 3 min · South Daniel Boone Trail
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Continue on Crab Orchard Road
29 mi · 34 min · Crab Orchard Road
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Continue on Stanford Road
2 mi · 2 min · Stanford Road
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Turn straight onto South Danville Bypass
5.5 mi · 7 min · South Danville Bypass
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Turn left onto Perryville Road
7.7 mi · 9 min · Perryville Road
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Continue on East 2nd Street
1 mi · 1 min · East 2nd Street
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Continue on Springfield Road
15.6 mi · 18 min · Springfield Road
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Turn left
28 m · 1 sec
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Keep slight right
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Enter the roundabout toward Court Square
61 m · 3 sec · Court Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Court Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Georgetown and Bardstown.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
34.4 mi · 00h 43m
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 Clear leaving Georgetown and Mostly Clear near Bardstown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Georgetown to Bardstown?
The road trip is about 194.4 miles (312.9 km) and usually takes 03h 58m 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?
London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.1 miles from Georgetown and 97.2 miles from Bardstown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.9 miles (236.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.5 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 9:02 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.87 one way or $51.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Georgetown and Mostly Clear near Bardstown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Bardstown. Straight-line distance: 146.92 mi (236.45 km).
#1 Georgetown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 35,847 |
| Coordinates | 36.8892600, -83.0551700 |
| Altitude | 495 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bardstown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 13,302 |
| Coordinates | 37.8092300, -85.4669000 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bardstown (-85.4669, 37.80923)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 313 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
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 | $25.87 | $51.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.18 | $58.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $31.93 | $63.85 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.39 | $72.77 |
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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