If you are planning a trip from Campbellsville to Georgetown, expect a 188-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 51 minutes of driving time. This route is designed as a straightforward, single-day excursion, making it an efficient way to transit across this part of Kentucky. Budget roughly $29 for fuel to cover the distance, which remains consistent across the Southeast region. Because the trip is manageable in a single stint, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. It is a highly practical connection for those looking to get from point A to point B without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
94 miles from Campbellsville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cumberland Parkway
36.7 mi
39m
KY 80
33.8 mi
40m
Cumberland Gap Parkway
30.7 mi
36m
KY 38
19.7 mi
34m
Harlan Road
15.9 mi
18m
Pineville Road
13.1 mi
14m
I 75
11.3 mi
12m
New Columbia Road
10.3 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
Cumberland Parkway
— 36.7 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Campbellsville, KY and Georgetown, KY.
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Start on US 68
0.3 mi·23 sec·East Broadway Street
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Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.3 mi·21 sec·West Broadway
3
Continue on US 68; KY 55; KY 70
0.5 mi·44 sec·Greensburg Road
4
Turn left onto KY 210
10 mi·11 min·New Columbia Road
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Continue on KY 55
7.3 mi·8 min·Campbellsville Road
6
Continue on KY 55 Business
0.5 mi·43 sec·Campbellsville Street
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Enter roundabout onto KY 55 Business; KY 80
276 ft·4 sec·Jamestown Road
8
Continue on KY 55 Business; KY 80
81 ft·1 sec·Jamestown Road
9
Turn slight right onto KY 55 Business; KY 80
1.2 mi·1 min·Jamestown Street
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 49Toward KY 55: Columbia
11
Merge onto Cumberland Parkway
37 mi·39 min·Cumberland Parkway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 86Toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
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Continue on KY 914
0.4 mi·33 sec·KY 914
14
Turn left onto KY 80
34 mi·40 min·KY 80
Use the left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
16
Merge onto I 75
11 mi·12 min·I 75
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
18
Turn left onto US 25E
2.0 mi·3 min·Corbin Bypass
19
Continue on US 25E
31 mi·36 min·Cumberland Gap Parkway
20
Continue on US 25E
1.8 mi·2 min·Bob Madon Bypass
21
Turn left onto US 119
16 mi·18 min·Harlan Road
22
Continue on US 119
13 mi·14 min·Pineville Road
23
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi·2 min·US 421
24
Turn left onto KY 38
386 ft·9 sec·KY 38
25
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
91 ft·1 sec·KY 38
26
Continue on KY 38
20 mi·34 min·KY 38
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Arrive at destination
KY 38
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though hitting the road early helps avoid any unexpected regional traffic. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the nearly four-hour duration can be taxing if you push through without a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longer segments, particularly when navigating the 36.7-mile stretch on the Cumberland Parkway, to ensure you don't run low between service intervals. Because the total fuel cost is estimated at $29, filling up before you leave Campbellsville is a smart way to simplify your travel expenses. Use the single recommended stop to break up the drive into more manageable, shorter segments.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 94 miles from Campbellsville, KY, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 41 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94 miles or 1h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Georgetown, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Campbellsville, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Campbellsville, KY
This is one driving day of about 188 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Campbellsville, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Cumberland Parkway for about 36.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.1 and 168.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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19.1 mi into trip|~22m in|KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road
Enter roundabout onto KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
20.3 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the ramp toward KY 55: Columbia
Navigation decision point
Exit 49
Toward KY 55: Columbia
6
57.4 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 86
Toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
5
103.5 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
5
168.5 mi into trip|~3h 17m in|KY 38
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.39 one way
$58.78 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.27
$64.54
premium
$4.89
$36.18
$72.36
diesel
$5.61
$41.51
$83.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.4
0
$19.74
$9.02
Efficient EV
47
0
$16.45
$7.52
EV Truck/SUV
75.2
0
$26.32
$12.03
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Campbellsville, KY
Late night
in Campbellsville on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Georgetown, KY
Late night
in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 51m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
National Monument
The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importa...
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 142.7
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 71% of your travel time will be spent on major routes like the Cumberland Parkway, KY 80, and the Cumberland Gap Parkway. You will settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 36.7 miles on the Cumberland Parkway. The road maintains a consistent, efficient personality throughout the drive rather than shifting into technical or winding local paths. You will find that the transitions between these main parkways are fluid, allowing you to maintain a reliable speed for the majority of the nearly four-hour duration.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.7 mi on Cumberland Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cumberland Parkway and KY 80. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 19.1 miles in near KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 51m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.1 miles (KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Campbellsville, KY and Georgetown, KY, road signs point toward Burnside and Barbourville.
Burnside
57.4 mi in|~1h 4m
Barbourville
103.5 mi in|~1h 59m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 188 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 36.7 miles on Cumberland Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.1 miles (KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument, Cumberland Gap National Historical Park and Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Georgetown, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
