How far is Georgetown, KY from Southgate, KY?
The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Southgate, KY is about 251 miles (404 km), with a travel time of about 04h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169.4 miles (272.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 50m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 55m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Georgetown and Southgate.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown and Southgate.
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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
66.8 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275
1620 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 275 East
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Highway
7.9 mi · 9 min · Ronald Reagan Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 471 North: Newport, Cincinnati
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27: Southgate, Fort Thomas
1274 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 27, KY 8: Southgate
38 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Alexandria Pike
2860 ft · 2 min · Alexandria Pike
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Turn left onto Temple Place
114 m · 20 sec · Temple Place
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Turn right onto Evergreen Drive
610 ft · 27 sec · Evergreen Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Evergreen Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Georgetown and Southgate.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Georgetown and Partly Cloudy near Southgate.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Georgetown to Southgate?
The road trip is about 251 miles (404 km) and usually takes 04h 55m 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?
Berea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.6 miles from Georgetown and 125.5 miles from Southgate.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169.4 miles (272.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 81.6 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 7:10 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.41 one way or $66.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Georgetown and Partly Cloudy near Southgate.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Southgate. Straight-line distance: 169.42 mi (272.65 km).
#1 Georgetown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 35,847 |
| Coordinates | 36.8892600, -83.0551700 |
| Altitude | 495 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Southgate
City in Kentucky, USA
| Population | 4,046 |
| Coordinates | 39.0720000, -84.4727200 |
| Altitude | 210 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southgate (-84.47272, 39.072)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 404 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 07m |
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 | $33.41 | $66.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.68 | $75.36 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.23 | $82.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $46.99 | $93.99 |
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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