How far is Georgetown, KY from Whitley City, KY?
The driving distance from Georgetown, KY to Whitley City, KY is about 124.4 miles (200.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 16m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Knox County, Kentucky, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Georgetown and Whitley City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown and Whitley City.
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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
30.5 mi · 36 min
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Turn left onto Corbin Bypass
5.7 mi · 8 min · Corbin Bypass
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Cumberland Falls Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · Cumberland Falls Highway
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Turn left
1349 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
13.6 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 92: Williamsburg
1034 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
111 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left
18.4 mi · 21 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Route 27
4.8 mi · 6 min · US Route 27
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Turn left onto Williamsburg Street
962 ft · 19 sec · Williamsburg Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Williamsburg Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Georgetown and Whitley City.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
30.5 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Georgetown and Chance Rain Showers near Whitley City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Georgetown to Whitley City?
The road trip is about 124.4 miles (200.2 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Barbourville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.2 miles from Georgetown and 62.3 miles from Whitley City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.3 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 1:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.55 one way or $33.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Georgetown and Chance Rain Showers near Whitley City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Georgetown and Whitley City. Straight-line distance: 79.13 mi (127.35 km).
#1 Georgetown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 35,847 |
| Coordinates | 36.8892600, -83.0551700 |
| Altitude | 495 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Whitley City
Census-designated place in McCreary County, Kentucky
| Population | 1,170 |
| Coordinates | 36.7234100, -84.4704900 |
| Altitude | 412 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whitley City (-84.47049, 36.72341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 200 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $16.55 | $33.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.67 | $37.34 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.43 | $40.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.28 | $46.57 |
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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