How far is Georgetown, KY from Ludlow, KY?
The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Ludlow, KY is about 247 miles (397.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 172.6 miles (277.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 47m 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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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 Ludlow.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown and Ludlow.
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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
70.9 mi · 1 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 1072: Fort Wright, Park Hills
1506 ft · 46 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Kyles Lane
1464 ft · 36 sec · Kyles Lane
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Turn right onto Dixie Highway
791 ft · 25 sec · Dixie Highway
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Turn left onto Sleepy Hollow Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · Sleepy Hollow Road
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Continue on Deverill Street
1111 ft · 29 sec · Deverill Street
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Turn right onto Adela Avenue
2448 ft · 1 min · Adela Avenue
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Turn right onto Linden Street
1060 ft · 52 sec · Linden Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Davies Street
49 m · 9 sec · Davies Street
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Turn right
33 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Georgetown and Ludlow.
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Georgetown to Ludlow?
The road trip is about 247 miles (397.5 km) and usually takes 04h 53m 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 123.5 miles from Georgetown and 123.4 miles from Ludlow.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 172.6 miles (277.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 74.4 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 7:12 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.88 one way or $65.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Georgetown and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ludlow.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Ludlow. Straight-line distance: 172.55 mi (277.7 km).
#1 Georgetown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 35,847 |
| Coordinates | 36.8892600, -83.0551700 |
| Altitude | 495 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ludlow
City in Kentucky
| Population | 4,506 |
| Coordinates | 39.0925600, -84.5474400 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ludlow (-84.54744, 39.09256)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 397 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 04m |
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 | $32.88 | $65.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.09 | $74.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $40.58 | $81.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $46.25 | $92.50 |
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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