If you are looking to travel from Georgetown to Augusta, Kentucky, prepare for a 198.5-mile journey that takes approximately 4 hours and 22 minutes to complete. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited as a single-day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend about $30 on fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Southeast region, you will rely primarily on local roads like Gilley Hollow Road, College Road, and Highway 119 rather than major interstates. While the drive is manageable in one go, the winding nature of these roads means you should plan for a focused day behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
99.2 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
KY 15
42.3 mi
48m
Morehead Road
27.2 mi
30m
Flemingsburg Road
19.7 mi
25m
AA Highway
17.5 mi
22m
Cumberland Road
17.1 mi
30m
Jackson Road
13.6 mi
15m
Maysville Road
12.3 mi
14m
KY 463
9.8 mi
14m
Longest stretch:
KY 15
— 42.3 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Augusta, KY.
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Start on KY 38
2.6 mi·4 min·KY 38
2
Turn sharp right onto KY 179
7.0 mi·12 min·KY 179
3
Turn right onto KY 179
0.5 mi·51 sec·KY 179
4
Continue on KY 179
305 ft·12 sec·Gilley Hollow Road
5
Turn left onto KY 179
0.5 mi·56 sec·College Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
0.6 mi·40 sec·United States Highway 119
7
Turn right onto Sand Hill Bottom
0.3 mi·1 min·Sand Hill Bottom
8
Continue on Sand Hill Bottom Road
399 ft·20 sec·Sand Hill Bottom Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto KY 160
0.2 mi·22 sec·KY 160
10
Keep slight right at fork onto KY 160
2.1 mi·3 min·KY 160
11
Turn slight left onto KY 160
1.4 mi·2 min·KY 160
12
Turn straight onto KY 463
9.8 mi·14 min·KY 463
13
Turn right onto KY 699
1.7 mi·2 min·Bridge Road
14
Turn straight onto KY 699
5.9 mi·10 min·Cumberland Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto KY 7
11 mi·19 min·Cumberland Road
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Continue on KY 7
0.2 mi·22 sec·Ken Mount Road
17
Turn right onto KY 15
5.0 mi·5 min·KY 15
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Turn left onto KY 15
2.1 mi·2 min·KY 15
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At end of road, turn left onto KY 15
30 mi·34 min·KY 15
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Turn right onto KY 15
5.4 mi·6 min·KY 15
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Take the exit onto KY 1812
0.1 mi·19 sec·KY 1812
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Continue on KY 205; KY 1812
7.8 mi·8 min·Lee City Road
23
Continue on KY 205
14 mi·15 min·Jackson Road
24
Turn right onto US 460
6.1 mi·6 min·US 460
25
Continue on KY 7
1.3 mi·1 min·KY 7
26
Continue on KY 519
20 mi·22 min·Morehead Road
27
Continue on KY 519
0.9 mi·1 min·Clearfield Road
28
Turn right onto US 60
0.5 mi·58 sec·West Wilkinson Boulevard
29
Turn left onto KY 32
20 mi·25 min·Flemingsburg Road
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Continue on KY 32
7.6 mi·8 min·Morehead Road
Use the straight lane.
31
Continue on KY 11
1.5 mi·1 min·KY 11
Use the left lane.
32
Turn left onto KY 11
12 mi·14 min·Maysville Road
Use the left lane.
33
Turn left onto KY 9; AA
17 mi·22 min·AA Highway
Toward AA, KY 9 North: BrooksvilleUse the straight / left lanes.
34
Turn right onto KY 19
3.2 mi·5 min·Augusta Chatham Road
35
Turn left onto KY 8
0.6 mi·1 min·Heather Renee French Boulevard
36
Turn right onto Elizabeth Street
224 ft·15 sec·Elizabeth Street
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
158 ft·8 sec·East 4th Street
38
Turn right
161 ft·11 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour and 22-minute drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue while navigating the more technical segments. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to stretch your legs, as the constant turning can be more taxing than typical highway driving. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $30 estimate may fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency on these winding, lower-speed roads. Since you are staying entirely on local routes like Highway 119, ensure your GPS is updated and reliable before heading out. Staying flexible with your pace is the best way to enjoy the unique, turn-heavy nature of this Kentucky backroads trek.
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 99.2 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.3 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 44 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.2 miles or 2h 18m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Georgetown, 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 Georgetown, KY
This is one driving day of about 198.5 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Georgetown, 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 KY 15 for about 42.3 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 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 177.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.6 mi into trip|~4m in|KY 179
Turn sharp right onto KY 179
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
10.7 mi into trip|~19m in|US 119 / United States Highway 119
At end of road, turn left onto US 119 / United States Highway 119
Navigation decision point
5
11.6 mi into trip|~21m in|KY 160
At end of road, turn left onto KY 160
Navigation decision point
5
32.6 mi into trip|~55m in|KY 7 / Cumberland Road
At end of road, turn left onto KY 7 / Cumberland Road
Navigation decision point
6
177.2 mi into trip|~3h 52m in|KY 9; AA / AA Highway
Turn left onto KY 9; AA / AA Highway toward AA, KY 9 North: Brooksville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward AA, KY 9 North: Brooksville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.03 one way
$62.07 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$34.07
$68.15
premium
$4.89
$38.20
$76.40
diesel
$5.61
$43.83
$87.65
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.6
0
$20.84
$9.53
Efficient EV
49.6
0
$17.37
$7.94
EV Truck/SUV
79.4
0
$27.79
$12.70
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Georgetown, KY
Night
in Georgetown on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Augusta, KY
Night
in Augusta on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
17 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
4h 22m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 hands-on driving experience, as this route features zero highway miles, focusing instead on technical, turn-heavy local stretches. You will spend your time navigating secondary roads that require your full attention, making this a far cry from a monotonous interstate cruise. The road’s personality is defined by constant curves rather than long, straightaways, so be prepared for a slower, more deliberate pace. Since the entire 198.5-mile trip is composed of local roads, you will experience a consistent, winding character that remains steady from start to finish. It is the perfect choice if you prefer a backroads adventure over the standard highway grind.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.3 mi on KY 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 23 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near KY 179.
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 198.5 miles you will encounter 23 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 2.6 miles (KY 179): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 10.7 miles (US 119 / United States Highway 119): Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles (KY 160): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 198.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.3 miles on KY 15. 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 2.6 miles (KY 179): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 10.7 miles (US 119 / United States Highway 119): Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles (KY 160): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Augusta, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
