How far is Russell Springs, KY from Georgetown, KY?
The driving distance from Russell Springs, KY to Georgetown, KY is about 155.7 miles (250.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.8 miles (181.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 02h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Russell Springs and Georgetown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russell Springs and Georgetown.
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Start on Main Street
970 ft · 20 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Maple Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Maple Street
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Turn right
1694 ft · 22 sec
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Turn left onto Cumberland Parkway East
1938 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cumberland Parkway
23.2 mi · 25 min · Cumberland Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
1523 ft · 32 sec
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Continue straight
2045 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left
33.8 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit right
1778 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
11.3 mi · 12 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 Russell Springs and Georgetown.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn left
33.8 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Russell Springs and Mostly Sunny near Georgetown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Russell Springs to Georgetown?
The road trip is about 155.7 miles (250.6 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
North Corbin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.7 miles from Russell Springs and 77.9 miles from Georgetown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.8 miles (181.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.9 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.70 one way or $41.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Russell Springs and Georgetown, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Russell Springs and Mostly Sunny near Georgetown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Russell Springs and Georgetown. Straight-line distance: 112.83 mi (181.59 km).
#1 Russell Springs
City in Kentucky
| Population | 2,649 |
| Coordinates | 37.0561800, -85.0885700 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| 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: 251 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $20.70 | $41.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.35 | $46.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.55 | $51.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.12 | $58.24 |
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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