How far is Oregon, KY from Whitesburg, KY?
The driving distance from Oregon, KY to Whitesburg, KY is about 173.2 miles (278.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.4 miles (197 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 51m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kentucky, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oregon and Whitesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oregon and Whitesburg.
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Start on Oregon Road
2.1 mi · 8 min · Oregon Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Louisville Road
8.4 mi · 10 min · Louisville Road
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Turn left
4.5 mi · 5 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Danville Road
2.5 mi · 3 min · Danville Road
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Continue on Harrodsburg Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Harrodsburg Road
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Continue on North Danville Byp
2.1 mi · 2 min · North Danville Byp
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Continue on South Danville Bypass
5.5 mi · 7 min · South Danville Bypass
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Continue on Stanford Road
2 mi · 2 min · Stanford Road
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Continue on Danville Road
29 mi · 34 min · Danville Road
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Continue on South Daniel Boone Trail
2 mi · 3 min · South Daniel Boone Trail
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Take the ramp slight right
1159 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
17.9 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset
1174 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Hal Rogers Parkway
59.5 mi · 1 hr 8 min · Hal Rogers Parkway
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Take the exit slight right
1127 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right
132 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
29.5 mi · 34 min
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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 Oregon and Whitesburg.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Hal Rogers Parkway
Turn left onto Hal Rogers Parkway
59.5 mi · 01h 08m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Oregon and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Whitesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oregon to Whitesburg?
The road trip is about 173.2 miles (278.8 km) and usually takes 03h 25m 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?
London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.4 miles from Oregon and 86.9 miles from Whitesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.4 miles (197 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:08 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.41 one way or $48.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Oregon and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Whitesburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oregon and Whitesburg. Straight-line distance: 122.4 mi (196.99 km).
#1 Oregon
Oregon is a place in Kentucky, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9123000, -84.8235600 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| 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: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $24.41 | $48.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.56 | $27.86 | $55.72 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $30.54 | $61.08 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $37.37 | $74.75 |
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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