Traveling from Georgetown to Bardstown covers 194.4 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 58 minutes of drive time. Because this route stays entirely within Kentucky, you will remain in the Southeast region for the duration of your journey. Budgeting approximately $30 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. While the trip is manageable as a single-day excursion, the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means you should plan for a full day behind the wheel. It is a straightforward trip that works well for those looking to traverse the state without needing an overnight stay.
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
97.2 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 25E
34.4 mi
42m
I 75
29.5 mi
31m
Crab Orchard Road
29 mi
33m
US 119
29 mi
32m
KY 38
19.6 mi
34m
US 150
17.2 mi
20m
Springfield Road
15.6 mi
17m
Perryville Road
7.7 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
US 25E
— 34.4 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Bardstown, KY.
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Start on KY 38
20 mi·34 min·KY 38
2
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
89 ft·1 sec·KY 38
3
Continue on KY 38
345 ft·10 sec·KY 38
4
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi·2 min·US 421
5
Turn left onto US 119
29 mi·32 min·US 119
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 25E
34 mi·42 min·US 25E
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·24 sec
Toward I 75 North: Lexington
8
Merge onto I 75
30 mi·31 min·I 75
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
10
Keep slight left at fork
178 ft·5 sec
11
Turn left onto US 25
2.1 mi·3 min·South Daniel Boone Trail
12
Continue on US 150
29 mi·33 min·Crab Orchard Road
13
Continue on US 150
2.0 mi·2 min·Stanford Road
14
Turn straight onto US 150 Bypass
5.5 mi·6 min·South Danville Bypass
15
Turn left onto US 150; KY 52
7.7 mi·8 min·Perryville Road
16
Continue on US 150; KY 52
1.0 mi·1 min·East 2nd Street
17
Continue on US 150
16 mi·17 min·Springfield Road
18
Turn left onto US 150
92 ft·1 sec·US 150
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 150
17 mi·20 min·US 150
20
Enter roundabout onto US 31E; US 62; US 150
201 ft·3 sec·Court Square
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Arrive at destination
US 31E; US 62; US 150
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy, four-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue while navigating local roads. You only have one planned stop on the itinerary, so choose your break point wisely to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep in mind that the lack of highway driving means your travel time is sensitive to local traffic patterns, so stay flexible with your arrival expectations. Because the route relies on US 25 and local roads, double-check your navigation before leaving Georgetown to ensure you stay on the intended path. Utilizing that single stop midway will help you stay sharp for the more technical sections of the drive.
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 97.2 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.4 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 43 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.2 miles or 2h 6m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bardstown, 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 194.4 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 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 US 25E for about 34.4 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.6 and 114.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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19.6 mi into trip|~34m in|KY 38
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
20.8 mi into trip|~36m in|US 119
Turn left onto US 119
Navigation decision point
4
49.7 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|US 25E
At end of road, turn right onto US 25E
Navigation decision point
5
114 mi into trip|~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
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114.2 mi into trip|~2h 24m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.39 one way
$60.78 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg68 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$33.37
$66.74
premium
$4.89
$37.41
$74.82
diesel
$5.61
$42.92
$85.84
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
58.3
0
$20.41
$9.33
Efficient EV
48.6
0
$17.01
$7.78
EV Truck/SUV
77.8
0
$27.22
$12.44
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 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 17, 2026
Origin
Georgetown, KY
Night
in Georgetown on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bardstown, KY
Night
in Bardstown on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 58m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 194.4-mile journey. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed interstate grinds, but instead navigating local roads like US 25 and sections of I-75 North. The route demands your full attention as the road conditions shift frequently between various local thoroughfares. You will spend nearly four hours navigating these technical stretches, making this a more engaging and active driving experience than a standard highway route. Prepare for a winding path that prioritizes local connectivity over rapid transit.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.4 mi on US 25E.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 25E and I 75. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 19.6 miles in near KY 38.
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 58m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.6 miles (KY 38): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.8 miles (US 119): Navigation decision point; at 49.7 miles (US 25E): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Georgetown, KY to Bardstown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Livingston along the way.
Livingston
114 mi in|~2h 24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 58m. Total distance: 194.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 34.4 miles on US 25E. 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 19.6 miles (KY 38): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.8 miles (US 119): Navigation decision point; at 49.7 miles (US 25E): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Bardstown, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
