How far is Prestonsburg, KY from Georgetown, KY?
The driving distance from Prestonsburg, KY to Georgetown, KY is about 88.9 miles (143 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m 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 58m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Letcher County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prestonsburg and Georgetown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prestonsburg and Georgetown.
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Start on South Lake Drive
16 m · 6 sec · South Lake Drive
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Turn left onto West Graham Street
697 ft · 23 sec · West Graham Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Town Branch Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · Town Branch Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
2900 ft · 42 sec
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Take the exit slight right
674 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
99 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
26.4 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto Hindman Bypass
1.6 mi · 3 min · Hindman Bypass
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Turn left
10.9 mi · 16 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Red Fox Road
3.9 mi · 4 min · Red Fox Road
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Continue on Hazard Road
9 mi · 10 min · Hazard Road
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Turn right
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn right
21.2 mi · 32 min
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Turn left
2577 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right onto Gilley Hollow Road
93 m · 12 sec · Gilley Hollow Road
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Turn left
7.5 mi · 13 min
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At the end of the road, turn sharp left
2.6 mi · 5 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 Prestonsburg 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.
Longest stretch
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26.4 mi · 00h 30m
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 Clear leaving Prestonsburg and Mostly Clear near Georgetown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prestonsburg to Georgetown?
The road trip is about 88.9 miles (143 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Blackey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.4 miles from Prestonsburg and 44.5 miles from Georgetown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 33 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 2:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.84 one way or $23.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Prestonsburg and Mostly Clear near Georgetown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prestonsburg and Georgetown. Straight-line distance: 55.86 mi (89.9 km).
#1 Prestonsburg
City and county seat of Floyd County, Kentucky
| Population | 3,460 |
| Coordinates | 37.6656500, -82.7715500 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| 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: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $11.84 | $23.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.35 | $26.71 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.61 | $29.23 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.65 | $33.31 |
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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