How far is Middlesboro, KY from Georgetown, KY?
The driving distance from Middlesboro, KY to Georgetown, KY is about 61 miles (98.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.4 miles (66.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m 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 01h 17m.
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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 Middlesboro and Georgetown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlesboro and Georgetown.
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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
8.7 mi · 10 min · Wilderness Road
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Turn right onto Harlan Road
15.9 mi · 18 min · Harlan Road
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Continue on Pineville Road
13.1 mi · 15 min · Pineville Road
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
118 m · 10 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
28 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
19.6 mi · 34 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Middlesboro and Georgetown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Pineville Road
Exit the roundabout
19.6 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Middlesboro and Partly Sunny near Georgetown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Middlesboro to Georgetown?
The road trip is about 61 miles (98.2 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Loyall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from Middlesboro and 30.4 miles from Georgetown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.4 miles (66.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 3:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.11 one way or $16.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Middlesboro and Partly Sunny near Georgetown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Middlesboro and Georgetown. Straight-line distance: 41.44 mi (66.69 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 Georgetown
City in Kentucky
| Population | 35,847 |
| Coordinates | 36.8892600, -83.0551700 |
| Altitude | 495 |
| Country | United States |
End: KY 38 (-83.055148, 36.889287)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.11 | $16.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.14 | $18.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.01 | $20.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.40 | $22.81 |
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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