How far is Newport, KY from Georgetown, KY?
The driving distance from Newport, KY to Georgetown, KY is about 249.2 miles (401.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 171.2 miles (275.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 15m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newport and Georgetown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport and Georgetown.
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Start on West 5th Street
544 ft · 25 sec · West 5th Street
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Turn left onto Monmouth Street
766 ft · 30 sec · Monmouth Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East 3rd Street
134 m · 20 sec · East 3rd Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward US 27 North
42 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 27 North
2766 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Broadway Street
538 ft · 19 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto East 3rd Street
2530 ft · 2 min · East 3rd Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 71 South, I 75 South: Louisville, Lexington
1718 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight right
106.4 mi · 1 hr 56 min
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Continue straight
56.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
1752 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Corbin Bypass
2 mi · 3 min · Corbin Bypass
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Continue on Cumberland Gap Parkway
30.7 mi · 37 min · Cumberland Gap Parkway
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Continue on Bob Madon Bypass
1.8 mi · 3 min · Bob Madon Bypass
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Turn left 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 Newport and Georgetown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 71 South
Merge slight right
106 mi · 01h 57m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Newport and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Georgetown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newport to Georgetown?
The road trip is about 249.2 miles (401.1 km) and usually takes 04h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Berea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 124.8 miles from Newport and 124.4 miles from Georgetown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171.2 miles (275.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 78 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.15 one way or $66.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Newport and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Georgetown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newport and Georgetown. Straight-line distance: 171.18 mi (275.49 km).
#1 Newport
City in Campbell County, Kentucky, United States
| Population | 14,906 |
| Coordinates | 39.0914500, -84.4957800 |
| Altitude | 156 |
| 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: 401 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 06m |
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 | $33.15 | $66.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.38 | $74.77 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $40.91 | $81.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $46.62 | $93.24 |
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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