How far is Georgetown, KY from Fort Mitchell, KY?
The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Fort Mitchell, KY is about 243.9 miles (392.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 170.6 miles (274.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 34m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Georgetown and Fort Mitchell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown and Fort Mitchell.
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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
88.3 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Cincinnati
70 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25, US 42, US 127: Dixie Highway, Fort Mitchell
1824 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto Dixie Highway
3063 ft · 2 min · Dixie Highway
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Turn left onto Fortside Drive
1199 ft · 55 sec · Fortside Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Fortside Circle
40 m · 6 sec · Fortside Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fortside Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Georgetown and Fort Mitchell.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
88.3 mi · 01h 35m
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.
Sunny leaving Georgetown and Sunny near Fort Mitchell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Georgetown to Fort Mitchell?
The road trip is about 243.9 miles (392.5 km) and usually takes 04h 47m 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?
Brodhead is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122 miles from Georgetown and 121.9 miles from Fort Mitchell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 170.6 miles (274.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 73.3 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 7:26 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.47 one way or $64.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Georgetown and Sunny near Fort Mitchell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Fort Mitchell. Straight-line distance: 170.55 mi (274.48 km).
#1 Georgetown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 35,847 |
| Coordinates | 36.8892600, -83.0551700 |
| Altitude | 495 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Mitchell
City in Kentucky
| Population | 8,263 |
| Coordinates | 39.0595000, -84.5474400 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Mitchell (-84.54744, 39.0595)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 393 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 02m |
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 | $32.47 | $64.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $36.62 | $73.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $40.07 | $80.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $45.67 | $91.33 |
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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