How far is Middlesboro, KY from Corbin, KY?
The driving distance from Middlesboro, KY to Corbin, KY is about 45.2 miles (72.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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 00h 57m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Knox County, Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Middlesboro and Corbin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlesboro and Corbin.
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Start on Lothbury Avenue
53 m · 10 sec · Lothbury Avenue
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Turn right onto 21st Street
155 m · 30 sec · 21st Street
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Turn left onto West Cumberland Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · West Cumberland Avenue
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Turn left onto 12th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · 12th Street
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Continue on Pineville Road
1.6 km · 1 min · Pineville Road
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Continue on Wilderness Road
10.5 mi · 13 min · Wilderness Road
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Continue on Riverview Avenue
30.1 mi · 36 min · Riverview Avenue
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Turn left onto Master Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Master Street
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Continue on East Masters Street
1772 ft · 1 min · East Masters Street
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Turn left onto West Gordon Street
75 m · 5 sec · West Gordon Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Gordon Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Middlesboro and Corbin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Riverview Avenue
Continue on Riverview Avenue
30.1 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.
Sunny leaving Middlesboro and Sunny near Corbin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Middlesboro to Corbin?
The road trip is about 45.2 miles (72.8 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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 22.6 miles from Middlesboro and 22.6 miles from Corbin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.39 one way or $12.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Middlesboro and Sunny near Corbin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Middlesboro and Corbin. Straight-line distance: 31.55 mi (50.78 km).
#1 Middlesboro
City in Bell County, Kentucky, United States of America
| Population | 10,730 |
| Coordinates | 36.6084200, -83.7165800 |
| Altitude | 348 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Corbin
4th-class city in Whitley and Knox counties in the southeastern portion of the U.
| Population | 7,139 |
| Coordinates | 36.9487000, -84.0968800 |
| Altitude | 329 |
| Country | United States |
End: Corbin (-84.09688, 36.9487)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $4.00 | $6.39 | $12.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $7.30 | $14.59 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $8.00 | $15.99 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $9.79 | $19.57 |
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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