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Georgetown, KY Road Trips

Drivers starting from Georgetown, KY have 32 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 171-mile quick runs to 381-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Georgetown, KY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

Downtown Georgetown, KY, KY

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

33

Longest Drive

411.6 mi

Clinton, KY

Quickest Drive

3h 31m

Monticello, KY

Plan Around Georgetown, KY

Popular Incoming Routes

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Trips from Georgetown, KY

Driving from Georgetown, KY

The typical drive from Georgetown, KY covers about 244 miles and takes around 4h 55m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 381 miles (7h 31m), while the shortest is just 171 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Georgetown, KY most often head toward Hendron, KY (380.5 mi, 7h 31m), Dawson Springs, KY (333.8 mi, 6h 31m), Madisonville, KY (326.6 mi, 6h 23m), Cadiz, KY (325.9 mi, 6h 30m), and Greenville, KY (305.9 mi, 6h 3m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in KY currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 244-mile trip from Georgetown, KY, budget about $36 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 32 mapped routes leaving Georgetown, KY and 1 routes heading into Georgetown, KY, covering 33 total connections. Distances range from 171 to 381 miles.

The longest mapped route from Georgetown, KY covers 381 miles and takes approximately 7h 31m. Shorter options start at just 171 miles.

The average route from Georgetown, KY runs about 244 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 55m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 244-mile trip from Georgetown, KY costs roughly $36 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Georgetown, KY include Hendron, KY, Dawson Springs, KY, Madisonville, KY and Cadiz, KY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Georgetown, KY by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

38,206

Median Income

$78,373

Median Home Value

$244,200

Median Age

32.7

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Georgetown, KY at a Glance

Nickname

“G-Town”

Founded

1784

Elevation

846 ft

Area

16 mi²

Sister Cities

Tahara

Notable People from Georgetown, KY

A sampling of people born in Georgetown, KY.

Gustavus Woodson Smith

Gustavus Woodson Smith

1821–1896

Confederate Army general (1821-1896)

John M. Robinson

John M. Robinson

1794–1843

American politician from Illinois (1794-1843)

Mary Cyrene Breckinridge

Mary Cyrene Breckinridge

1826–1907

wife of vice-president of the U.S. (1826-1907)

Hayden Stevenson

Hayden Stevenson

1877–1952

actor (1877-1952)

Basil W. Duke

Basil W. Duke

1838–1916

American General of the Confederate States of America in the American Civil War

Annie Chambers Ketchum

Annie Chambers Ketchum

1824–1904

American educator, lecturer, and writer (1824-1904)

Tom L. Johnson

Tom L. Johnson

1854–1911

American politician (1854-1911)

David A. French

David A. French

1969

American attorney, conservative journalist

William Claiborne Owens

William Claiborne Owens

1849–1925

American politician (1849-1925)

Landmarks & Historic Sites

Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Georgetown, KY.

Scott County Jail Complex

Scott County Jail Complex

prison in Georgetown, United States of America

National Register of Historic Places listed place

City data from Wikidata (Q877247), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

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