Traveling from Coal Run Village to Georgetown covers 76.6 miles and takes approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes. Since this trip stays entirely within Kentucky, you will find it manageable as a quick day trip without needing an overnight stop. You should budget about $12 for fuel to complete the journey. The route is highly efficient, relying heavily on major thoroughfares to bridge the distance between these two Southeast Kentucky locations. It is a straightforward drive that works well for those looking to reach their destination quickly without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.3 miles from Coal Run Village, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 119
32 mi
45m
US 23
23.1 mi
26m
North Mayo Trail
10.7 mi
12m
KY 179
8 mi
14m
KY 38
2.6 mi
4m
Combs Drive
0.1 mi
<1m
Gilley Hollow Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Leslie Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 119
— 32 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Run Village, KY and Georgetown, KY.
1
Start on Leslie Drive
240 ft·16 sec·Leslie Drive
2
Turn left onto Combs Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·Combs Drive
3
Turn right onto US 23; US 460; KY 80
11 mi·12 min·North Mayo Trail
4
Continue on US 23; US 119
23 mi·26 min·US 23; US 119
5
Take the exit onto US 119
11 mi·13 min·US 119
6
Turn left onto US 119
21 mi·32 min·US 119
7
Turn left onto KY 179
0.5 mi·54 sec·KY 179
8
Turn right onto KY 179
305 ft·12 sec·Gilley Hollow Road
9
Turn left onto KY 179
7.5 mi·13 min·KY 179
10
At end of road, turn sharp left onto KY 38
2.6 mi·4 min·KY 38
11
Arrive at destination
KY 38
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 43 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Since there are no mandatory stops required to complete the 76.6-mile distance, you can easily drive the entire way in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before setting out, as $12 covers your estimated costs, but it is always wise to fill up in Coal Run Village before hitting the highway. Take advantage of the fact that this is a shorter drive by avoiding the stress of tight travel windows. If you prefer a quieter road experience, try timing your departure to avoid peak commuter hours on the primary US 119 and US 23 corridors.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.3 miles from Coal Run Village, KY, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32 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 17 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
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 Coal Run Village, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coal Run Village, KY
This is one driving day of about 76.6 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Coal Run Village, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 119 for about 32 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 73.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Combs Drive
Turn left onto Combs Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail
Turn right onto US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail
Navigation decision point
4
44.7 mi into trip|~52m in|US 119
Turn left onto US 119
Navigation decision point
4
65.9 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|KY 179
Turn left onto KY 179
Navigation decision point
5
73.9 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|KY 38
At end of road, turn sharp left onto KY 38
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.98 one way
$23.95 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.15
$26.30
premium
$4.89
$14.74
$29.48
diesel
$5.61
$16.91
$33.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23
0
$8.04
$3.68
Efficient EV
19.2
0
$6.70
$3.06
EV Truck/SUV
30.6
0
$10.72
$4.90
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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 17, 2026
Origin
Coal Run Village, KY
Morning
in Coal Run Village on Sunday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Georgetown, KY
Morning
in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
8:12 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
8 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
1h 43m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 86% of this 76.6-mile trek is spent on major roads. Your journey relies on US 119, US 23, and the North Mayo Trail to keep you moving efficiently. You will encounter your longest stretch of uninterrupted driving during a 32-mile segment on US 119. Because the route prioritizes speed and directness, it lacks the technical, winding complexity of local backroads. You can anticipate a consistent pace behind the wheel that favors highway cruising over stop-and-go traffic.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32 mi on US 119.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 119 and US 23. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Combs Drive.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail): Navigation decision point; at 44.7 miles (US 119): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 76.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 32 miles on US 119. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Combs Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 23; US 460; KY 80 / North Mayo Trail): Navigation decision point; at 44.7 miles (US 119): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Georgetown, KY before heading back.
