How far is Mount Sterling, KY from Elizabethtown, KY?
The driving distance from Mount Sterling, KY to Elizabethtown, KY is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.4 miles (172.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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4th-class city in Anderson County, Kentucky, in the United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Sterling and Elizabethtown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Sterling and Elizabethtown.
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Start on North Bank Street
34 m · 10 sec · North Bank Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
118 m · 12 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Maysville Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Maysville Street
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Continue on Maysville Road
2302 ft · 49 sec · Maysville Road
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Turn sharp left
1511 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Interstate Highway 64
27.5 mi · 30 min · Interstate Highway 64
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Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West, I 75 North: Louisville, Cincinnati
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
2152 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Broadway
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Turn right onto West New Circle Road
5.8 mi · 8 min · West New Circle Road
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Take the exit slight right toward US 60 West: Versailles
1848 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Versailles Road
4.5 mi · 6 min · Versailles Road
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Continue on Lexington Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Lexington Road
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Take the exit slight right toward Elizabethtown
1.1 km · 1 min
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Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
70.6 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Bluegrass Parkway
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Keep slight right
2137 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
1196 ft · 15 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62, KY 61: Elizabethtown
1576 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 62: Historic Downtown Elizabethtown, Elizabethtown
65 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto North Mulberry Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Mulberry Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Mulberry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mount Sterling and Elizabethtown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Bluegrass Parkway
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
70.6 mi · 01h 16m
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 Mount Sterling and Mostly Cloudy near Elizabethtown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Sterling to Elizabethtown?
The road trip is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Lawrenceburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.9 miles from Mount Sterling and 59.9 miles from Elizabethtown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.4 miles (172.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 2:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.95 one way or $31.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mount Sterling and Mostly Cloudy near Elizabethtown.
Stop Ideas Near Lawrenceburg
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Sterling and Elizabethtown. Straight-line distance: 107.45 mi (172.92 km).
#1 Mount Sterling
City in Montgomery County, Kentucky
| Population | 7,246 |
| Coordinates | 38.0564700, -83.9432600 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elizabethtown
County seat of Hardin County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 30,331 |
| Coordinates | 37.6939500, -85.8591300 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Mulberry Street (-85.859285, 37.694037)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.69 | $39.37 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.44 | $44.87 |
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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