How far is Georgetown, KY from Salyersville, KY?
The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Salyersville, KY is about 108.8 miles (175.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.7 miles (96 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 50m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 25m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Knott County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Georgetown and Salyersville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown and Salyersville.
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Start on the route
2.6 mi · 5 min
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Turn sharp right
7 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
2395 ft · 51 sec
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Continue on Gilley Hollow Road
93 m · 12 sec · Gilley Hollow Road
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Turn left onto College Road
2577 ft · 54 sec · College Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto United States Highway 119
2.6 mi · 3 min · United States Highway 119
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Continue on West Johnson Street
2.1 mi · 2 min · West Johnson Street
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Continue on South Rasnick Road
546 ft · 7 sec · South Rasnick Road
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Continue on Coldiron Branch Road
2803 ft · 36 sec · Coldiron Branch Road
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Continue on Pine Mountain Road
15.8 mi · 26 min · Pine Mountain Road
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Turn left onto Whitesburg Bypass
2.3 mi · 3 min · Whitesburg Bypass
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Turn left
9 mi · 10 min
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Continue on Red Fox Road
3.9 mi · 5 min · Red Fox Road
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Turn right
10.9 mi · 16 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hindman Bypass
783 ft · 14 sec · Hindman Bypass
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Continue on Hindman Bypass
1.4 mi · 2 min · Hindman Bypass
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Turn right onto East Highway 80
11.9 mi · 14 min · East Highway 80
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Continue on Martin Road
14.5 mi · 17 min · Martin Road
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Merge slight left onto Water Gap Road
101 m · 12 sec · Water Gap Road
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Take the exit left
1084 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
1942 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left
18.5 mi · 22 min
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Georgetown and Salyersville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
18.5 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Georgetown and Widespread Frost near Salyersville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Georgetown to Salyersville?
The road trip is about 108.8 miles (175.1 km) and usually takes 02h 25m 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?
Hindman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.4 miles from Georgetown and 54.4 miles from Salyersville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.7 miles (96 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.1 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 1:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.48 one way or $28.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Georgetown and Widespread Frost near Salyersville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Salyersville. Straight-line distance: 59.66 mi (96.01 km).
#1 Georgetown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 35,847 |
| Coordinates | 36.8892600, -83.0551700 |
| Altitude | 495 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salyersville
City in Magoffin County, Kentucky
| Population | 1,639 |
| Coordinates | 37.7525900, -83.0687800 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: Salyersville (-83.06878, 37.75259)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.48 | $28.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.33 | $32.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.87 | $35.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.37 | $40.73 |
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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