Connecting Elizabethtown to Georgetown, this 91.2-mile journey across Kentucky is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 47 minutes. Since the entire route stays within the Southeast region, you won't experience significant climatic or terrain shifts. It is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you can easily head out and return without needing an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $14, it remains an affordable option for your travel plans. Whether you are visiting for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a reliable path between these two Kentucky hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.6 miles from Elizabethtown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Bluegrass Parkway
67.6 mi
1h 12m
Midway Road
6.3 mi
9m
Paynes Depot Road
4.1 mi
5m
I 64
3 mi
3m
North Mulberry Street
2 mi
3m
South Main Street
1.4 mi
2m
West Main Street
1.1 mi
1m
Troy Pike
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Bluegrass Parkway
— 67.6 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown, KY and Georgetown, KY.
1
Start on US 62; KY 61
2.0 mi·3 min·North Mulberry Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
3
Merge onto I 65
0.6 mi·38 sec·I 65
4
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 93Toward Lexington, BardstownUse the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
68 mi·1 hr 12 min·Bluegrass Parkway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 68Toward KY 33: Versailles
7
Turn left onto KY 33
1.0 mi·1 min·Troy Pike
8
Continue on KY 33
1.4 mi·2 min·South Main Street
9
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
0.6 mi·51 sec·Frankfort Street
10
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
472 ft·7 sec·US 60 Business; US 62
11
Turn left onto US 60; US 62
0.3 mi·27 sec·Frankfort Road
12
Turn right onto US 62
5.8 mi·8 min·Midway Road
13
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi·35 sec·Versailles Road
14
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi·32 sec·South Winter Street
15
Continue on US 62
0.5 mi·45 sec·Midway Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 421
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Leestown Road
17
Turn left onto KY 341
276 ft·4 sec·Georgetown Road
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
19
Merge onto I 64
3.0 mi·3 min·I 64
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 69Toward US 62 East: GeorgetownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn left onto US 62
4.1 mi·5 min·Paynes Depot Road
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 460
390 ft·6 sec·Frankfort Road
23
Continue on US 460
1.1 mi·1 min·West Main Street
24
Turn right onto South Court Street
35 ft·1 sec·South Court Street
25
Arrive at destination
South Court Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave whenever it suits you best. Because you won't need any mandatory stops to complete the 91.2-mile distance, you can tailor your departure time to avoid local traffic spikes in either Elizabethtown or Georgetown. Keep an eye on your dashboard as you transition from the Bluegrass Parkway onto the secondary roads, as the speed limits will drop significantly once you turn onto Paynes Depot Road. Budgeting $14 for gas should cover your needs comfortably, but it is always wise to fill up before leaving the main parkway to avoid hunting for stations on the final local stretch. This direct route keeps travel simple, allowing you to focus on your arrival rather than complex navigation.
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 45.6 miles from Elizabethtown, KY, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.6 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 51m 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 24m
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 Elizabethtown, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elizabethtown, KY
This is one driving day of about 91.2 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Elizabethtown, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Bluegrass Parkway for about 67.6 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 85.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
2.9 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward Lexington, Bardstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 93
Toward Lexington, Bardstown
5
71.3 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward KY 33: Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 68
Toward KY 33: Versailles
4
74.9 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|US 62 / Midway Road
Turn right onto US 62 / Midway Road
Navigation decision point
5
82 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|US 62; US 421 / East Leestown Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 421 / East Leestown Road
Navigation decision point
7
85.6 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward US 62 East: Georgetown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 69
Toward US 62 East: Georgetown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.26 one way
$28.52 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.65
$31.31
premium
$4.89
$17.55
$35.10
diesel
$5.61
$20.14
$40.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.4
0
$9.58
$4.38
Efficient EV
22.8
0
$7.98
$3.65
EV Truck/SUV
36.5
0
$12.77
$5.84
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Elizabethtown, KY
Late night
in Elizabethtown on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 to 15 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Georgetown, KY
Late night
in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
25 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 47m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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.
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 9.4
The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
Free
near mile 69.2
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 78% of your travel time will be spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your journey on the Bluegrass Parkway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 67.6 miles. As you transition off the parkway, the route shifts onto Midway Road and Paynes Depot Road, requiring a bit more attention as you navigate toward your destination. The drive feels consistent and efficient, moving steadily from the parkway’s open lanes into the local road network. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.6 mi on Bluegrass Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Bluegrass Parkway and Midway Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 74.9 miles (US 62 / Midway Road): Navigation decision point.
Elizabethtown is a small town in the Kentucky Derby Region. Abraham Lincoln's parents Thomas and Nancy had their daughter Sarah here in 1807 and then Abraham nearby at Sinking Spring Farm in 1809.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 91.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.6 miles on Bluegrass Parkway. 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: at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 74.9 miles (US 62 / Midway Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and Camp Nelson National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Georgetown, KY before heading back.
