How far is Georgetown, KY from Middlesboro, KY?

The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Middlesboro, KY is about 61.3 miles (98.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 41.4 miles (66.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
61.27 mi
01h 24m
Flight
41.44 mi
66.69 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
41.44 mi
Kilometers
66.69 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
61.27 mi
Kilometers
98.6 km
Drive Time
01h 24m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Middlesboro
Sat, May 30, 6:08 PM EDT
Return by in Georgetown
Sat, May 30, 7:32 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Georgetown
2026-05-30T16:43
Arrive Middlesboro
Sat, May 30, 6:08 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:24 AM to 11:24 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:42 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Georgetown
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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
Loyall
KY

City in Kentucky

From Georgetown
30.6 mi
00h 42m
To Middlesboro
30.6 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
This Afternoon

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 30 3:00 PM EDT
Wind
5 mph NNE
Destination
82°F
This Afternoon

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 30 3:00 PM EDT
Wind
5 mph NNE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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 left

    10.6 mi · 12 min

  7. 7

    Turn right onto East Cumberland Avenue

    1.3 km · 2 min · East Cumberland Avenue

  8. 8

    Turn right onto 21st Street

    155 m · 28 sec · 21st Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Lothbury Avenue

    53 m · 8 sec · Lothbury Avenue

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lothbury Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Cumberland Avenue
0.79 mi · 1%
21st Street
0.1 mi
Lothbury Avenue
0.03 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

29 mi · 00h 33m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.9 mi
41.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Loyall
00h 42m from Georgetown
Leave By
3:42 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Georgetown and Partly Sunny near Middlesboro.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 61.3 miles (98.6 km) and usually takes 01h 24m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Loyall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from Georgetown and 30.6 miles from Middlesboro.

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

The direct path is about 41.4 miles (66.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:42 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.15 one way or $16.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Georgetown and Partly Sunny near Middlesboro.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Middlesboro. Straight-line distance: 41.44 mi (66.69 km).

Georgetown

#1 Georgetown

City in Kentucky

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

#2 Middlesboro

City in Bell County, Kentucky, United States of America

Population10,730
Coordinates36.6084200, -83.7165800
Altitude348
CountryUnited States
Start: Georgetown (-83.05517, 36.88926)
End: Middlesboro (-83.71658, 36.60842)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 99 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 02m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 01m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 45m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.16 gal
8.18 L · about $8.15
Round trip
$16.29
4.32 gal · 16.36 L
Estimated CO2
19.2 kg one way
Round trip: 38.4 kg / 85 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.15 $16.29
Mid-grade $4.25 $9.19 $18.37
Premium $4.65 $10.05 $20.11
Diesel $5.30 $11.46 $22.91

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 · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Georgetown and Middlesboro. The current time is 16:43:58.

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.