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Trip from Georgetown, KY to Lebanon, KY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 47m
Distance
179.9 mi
290 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 35m
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6 AM
3h 48m
8 AM
4h 13m
10 AM
3h 57m
12 PM
3h 54m
3 PM
3h 58m
5 PM
4h 12m
8 PM
3h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, KY
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Lebanon, KY
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Trip Overview
Georgetown, KY to Lebanon, KY is 180 miles and takes about 3 hours 47 minutes via US 25E and I-75, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Kentucky, covering ground in the Southeast region as you travel south. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a straightforward option for a single-day excursion. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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
90 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
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 |
| Danville Highway | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Perryville Road | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Jane Todd Crawford Trail | 6.2 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
US 25E
— 34.4 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Lebanon, KY.
1
Start on KY 38
20 mi
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34 min
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KY 38
2
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
89 ft
·
1 sec
·
KY 38
3
Continue on KY 38
345 ft
·
10 sec
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KY 38
4
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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US 421
5
Turn left onto US 119
29 mi
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32 min
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US 119
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 25E
34 mi
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42 min
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US 25E
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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24 sec
Toward I 75 North: Lexington
8
Merge onto I 75
30 mi
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31 min
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I 75
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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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
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South Daniel Boone Trail
12
Continue on US 150
29 mi
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33 min
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Crab Orchard Road
13
Continue on US 150
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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Stanford Road
14
Turn straight onto US 150 Bypass
5.5 mi
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6 min
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South Danville Bypass
15
Turn left onto US 150; KY 52
7.7 mi
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8 min
·
Perryville Road
16
Continue on US 150; KY 52
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
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East 2nd Street
17
Turn left onto US 68; KY 52
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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South Buell Street
18
Continue on US 68; KY 52
5.8 mi
·
8 min
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Jane Todd Crawford Trail
19
Continue on Danville Highway
3.2 mi
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4 min
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Danville Highway
20
Continue on US 68
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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New Danville Highway
21
Continue on US 68
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Danville Highway
22
Continue on US 68; KY 52
0.4 mi
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38 sec
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Jane Todd Crawford Trail
23
Continue on US 68; KY 52
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Danville Road
24
Continue on US 68; KY 52
4.2 mi
·
6 min
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Danville Highway
25
Continue on US 68; KY 52
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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East Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
US 68; KY 52
Trip Plan
Given the under four-hour drive time, this route is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Consider leaving Georgetown in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and potential for an early arrival in Lebanon. With only one recommended stop, plan your fuel and breaks accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or where you anticipate needing them most. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the 34.4-mile stretch on US 25E, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination without issue.
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 90 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 1h 58m 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 40 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90 miles or 1h 58m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lebanon, 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 179.9 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90 miles from Georgetown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Truck scales and rest area - I75 NB
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
London Truck Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.4 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 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.
4
19.6 mi into trip
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~34m in
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KY 38
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
20.8 mi into trip
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~36m in
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US 119
Turn left onto US 119
Navigation decision point
4
49.7 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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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
5
114.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.91 one way
$59.82 round trip
$4.22/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $32.58 | $65.16 |
| premium | $5.18 | $36.71 | $73.42 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $37.89 | $75.78 |
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: 62.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54 | 0 | $18.89 | $8.64 |
| Efficient EV | 45 | 0 | $15.74 | $7.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72 | 0 | $25.19 | $11.51 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Origin
Georgetown, KY
Evening in Georgetown on Wednesday
Local time
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SSE 2 mph
21% chance
Live forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 23 at 10:48PM EDT until May 24 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Destination
Lebanon, KY
Evening in Lebanon on Wednesday
Local time
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
10 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 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.
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 43.4
Park Closure: Little Yellow Creek Bridge Closure - Construction Underway
Park Closure: Bartlett Park Restrooms Closed
Camp Nelson National Monument
National Monument
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...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 148.9
View on nps.gov
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...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 179.9
View on nps.gov
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...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 117.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
With 63% of this route on highways, you'll spend most of your time on interstates and major US routes. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is 34.4 miles on US 25E. Expect a cruising feel for much of the drive, interspersed with the more frequent exits and merges characteristic of interstate travel. You'll transition from highway speeds to more rural cruising as the route progresses.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 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?
3/10
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 Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 47m drive. You will face about 11 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,609 ft
790 ft
Total Climb
522 ft
Total Descent
1,340 ft
Highest Point
1,609 ft
Elevation Range
819 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Lebanon, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Livingston along the way.
Livingston
114 mi in
|
~2h 24m
About the Cities
Starting in Georgetown, KY
Full guide →“G-Town” · Founded 1784
Top landmarks
- • Scott County Jail Complex — prison in Georgetown, United States of America
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 179.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.4 miles on US 25E. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
Yes — Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Camp Nelson National Monument and Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Lebanon, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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