How far is Meads, KY from Whitesburg, KY?
The driving distance from Meads, KY to Whitesburg, KY is about 128.5 miles (206.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.7 miles (144.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 09m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 34m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meads and Whitesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meads and Whitesburg.
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Start on the route
17 m · 4 sec
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Continue on Midland Trail Road
108 m · 17 sec · Midland Trail Road
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Turn right onto Marsh Hill Drive
34 m · 6 sec · Marsh Hill Drive
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Turn right onto US Route 60
1389 ft · 29 sec · US Route 60
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Continue on US Route 60
2.3 mi · 4 min · US Route 60
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
2984 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
1678 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Louisa Road
55.9 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Louisa Road
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Continue straight
9.6 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
674 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
99 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
26.4 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto Hindman Bypass
1.6 mi · 3 min · Hindman Bypass
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Turn left
10.9 mi · 16 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Red Fox Road
3.9 mi · 4 min · Red Fox Road
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Continue on Hazard Road
9 mi · 10 min · Hazard Road
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Turn right
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
1309 ft · 28 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
866 ft · 20 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto North Webb Avenue
13 m · 1 sec · North Webb Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Webb Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meads and Whitesburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Louisa Road
Turn right onto Louisa Road
55.9 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Sunny leaving Meads and Sunny near Whitesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meads to Whitesburg?
The road trip is about 128.5 miles (206.8 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Paintsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.3 miles from Meads and 64.2 miles from Whitesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.7 miles (144.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.8 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 1:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.12 one way or $34.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meads and Sunny near Whitesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Paintsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Paintsville.
Huntington
Ashland Transportation Center
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Charleston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meads and Whitesburg. Straight-line distance: 89.65 mi (144.27 km).
#1 Meads
A census-designated place located in Meade County, Kentucky.
| Population | 288,649 |
| Coordinates | 38.4125800, -82.7090500 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Whitesburg
City in Letcher County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 1,813 |
| Coordinates | 37.1184300, -82.8268300 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whitesburg (-82.82683, 37.11843)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.12 | $34.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.31 | $38.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.08 | $48.16 |
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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