How far is Georgetown, KY from Glasgow, KY?

The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Glasgow, KY is about 205 miles (329.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 158 miles (254.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 17m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
205.02 mi
04h 08m
Flight
157.92 mi
254.15 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
157.92 mi
Kilometers
254.15 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
205.02 mi
Kilometers
329.95 km
Drive Time
04h 08m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Glasgow
Mon, Jun 1, 10:38 PM CDT
Return by in Georgetown
Tue, Jun 2, 3:47 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Georgetown
2026-06-01T19:30
Arrive Glasgow
Mon, Jun 1, 11:38 PM EDT
Route Timing
04h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:09 AM to 11:09 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:42 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Georgetown
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
London
KY

City in Kentucky, United States

From Georgetown
102.4 mi
02h 04m
To Glasgow
102.6 mi
02h 04m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 4:00 PM EDT
Wind
6 mph NNW
Destination
81°F
This Afternoon

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 3:00 PM CDT
Wind
2 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Georgetown and Glasgow.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown and Glasgow.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    19.6 mi · 34 min

  2. 2

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    27 m · 2 sec

  3. 3

    Exit the roundabout

    105 m · 10 sec

  4. 4

    Turn right

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  5. 5

    Turn left

    29 mi · 33 min

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right

    34.4 mi · 43 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Lexington

    1811 ft · 24 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    11.3 mi · 12 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward KY 80: Somerset, London

    865 ft · 16 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left

    71 m · 10 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Hal Rogers Parkway

    34.5 mi · 41 min · Hal Rogers Parkway

  12. 12

    Turn right

    2233 ft · 35 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on Bowling Green

    3226 ft · 2 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto Cumberland Parkway

    72 mi · 1 hr 17 min · Cumberland Parkway

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward KY 90: Glasgow, Burkesville

    1279 ft · 31 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on KY 90: Glasgow, Burkesville

    42 m · 4 sec

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Burkesville Road

    138 m · 8 sec · Burkesville Road

  18. 18

    Continue on East Main Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · East Main Street

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Georgetown and Glasgow.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
2 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Cumberland Parkway
72 mi · 35%
Hal Rogers Parkway
34.5 mi · 17%
I 75 North
11.6 mi · 6%
East Main Street
1.16 mi · 1%
Bowling Green
0.61 mi
KY 90
0.27 mi
Longest Stretch

Cumberland Parkway

Merge slight left onto Cumberland Parkway

72 mi · 01h 17m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 08m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+47 mi
158 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
London
02h 04m from Georgetown
Leave By
8:42 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Georgetown and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Glasgow.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Georgetown to Glasgow?

The road trip is about 205 miles (329.9 km) and usually takes 04h 08m 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 102.4 miles from Georgetown and 102.6 miles from Glasgow.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 158 miles (254.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 47 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 8:42 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.30 one way or $54.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.3 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Georgetown and Glasgow, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Georgetown and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Glasgow.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Glasgow. Straight-line distance: 157.92 mi (254.15 km).

Georgetown

#1 Georgetown

City in Kentucky

Population35,847
Coordinates36.8892600, -83.0551700
Altitude495
CountryUnited States
Glasgow

#2 Glasgow

City in Barren County, Kentucky, United States of America

Population14,411
Coordinates36.9958800, -85.9119200
Altitude230
CountryUnited States
Start: Georgetown (-83.05517, 36.88926)
End: Glasgow (-85.91192, 36.99588)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 330 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 06m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.24 gal
27.39 L · about $27.30
Round trip
$54.60
14.48 gal · 54.78 L
Estimated CO2
64.3 kg one way
Round trip: 128.7 kg / 284 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $27.30 $54.60
Mid-grade $4.25 $30.79 $61.58
Premium $4.65 $33.69 $67.39
Diesel $5.30 $38.40 $76.80

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Kentucky · Jun 01, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Georgetown, KY and Glasgow, KY. The current time in Georgetown is 19:30:06, although it is 18:30:06 in Glasgow.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.