How far is Georgetown, KY from Versailles, KY?

The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Versailles, KY is about 182.2 miles (293.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 122 miles (196.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 31m 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
182.26 mi
03h 45m
Flight
122.04 mi
196.41 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
122.04 mi
Kilometers
196.41 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
182.26 mi
Kilometers
293.32 km
Drive Time
03h 45m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Versailles
Sat, Apr 18, 7:27 AM EDT
Return by in Georgetown
Sat, Apr 18, 11:12 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Georgetown
2026-04-18T03:41
Arrive Versailles
Sat, Apr 18, 7:27 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:46 AM to 11:46 AM EDT

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

Leave by
9:28 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
91.2 mi
01h 52m
To Versailles
91.1 mi
01h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 10 mph S
Destination
77°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 16 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    74.4 mi · 1 hr 20 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward KY 418: Lexington, Athens

    1213 ft · 30 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left

    110 m · 11 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on Athens Boonesboro Road

    2.6 mi · 3 min · Athens Boonesboro Road

  12. 12

    Continue on Richmond Road

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Richmond Road

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Man O War Boulevard

    1.6 km · 2 min · Man O War Boulevard

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Alumni Drive

    1.1 km · 1 min · Alumni Drive

  15. 15

    Take the ramp left toward KY 4 West

    1698 ft · 44 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto New Circle Road

    7.5 mi · 10 min · New Circle Road

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward US 60 West: Versailles

    1568 ft · 38 sec

  18. 18

    Continue on Versailles Road

    4.7 mi · 6 min · Versailles Road

  19. 19

    Continue on Lexington Road

    4.5 mi · 6 min · Lexington Road

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lexington Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
20 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 North
74.8 mi · 41%
New Circle Road
7.54 mi · 4%
Versailles Road
4.67 mi · 3%
Lexington Road
4.47 mi · 2%
Athens Boonesboro Road
2.56 mi · 1%
Richmond Road
1.59 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 75 North

Merge slight left

74.4 mi · 01h 20m

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
03h 45m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+60.2 mi
122 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
London
01h 52m from Georgetown
Leave By
9:28 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Georgetown and Showers And Thunderstorms near Versailles.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 182.2 miles (293.3 km) and usually takes 03h 45m 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 91.2 miles from Georgetown and 91.1 miles from Versailles.

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

The direct path is about 122 miles (196.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 60.2 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 9:28 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.25 one way or $48.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Georgetown and Showers And Thunderstorms near Versailles.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Versailles. Straight-line distance: 122.04 mi (196.41 km).

Georgetown

#1 Georgetown

City in Kentucky

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

#2 Versailles

City in Woodford County, Kentucky, United States

Population9,308
Coordinates38.0525800, -84.7299500
Altitude272
CountryUnited States
Start: Georgetown (-83.05517, 36.88926)
End: Versailles (-84.72995, 38.05258)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 293 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.43 gal
24.35 L · about $24.25
Round trip
$48.50
12.86 gal · 48.7 L
Estimated CO2
57.1 kg one way
Round trip: 114.3 kg / 252 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $24.25 $48.50
Mid-grade $4.25 $27.35 $54.69
Premium $4.65 $29.93 $59.85
Diesel $5.30 $34.10 $68.21

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 · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Georgetown and Versailles. The current time is 03:41:52.

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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.