Georgetown, KY to Livermore, KY is 300.7 miles and takes about 6h 3m via Cumberland Parkway and I 165, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Kentucky, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a good option if you want to get from point A to point B efficiently. Plan for a single day of travel with this route.
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
150.3 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cumberland Parkway
86.2 mi
1h 32m
I 165
39.7 mi
42m
Hal Rogers Parkway
34.5 mi
41m
US 25E
34.4 mi
42m
US 119
29 mi
32m
KY 38
19.6 mi
34m
I 65
16.5 mi
17m
Livermore Road
12.8 mi
19m
Longest stretch:
Cumberland Parkway
— 86.2 mi, about 1h 32m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,305 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,986
Quietest
2 AM
~354 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Livermore, 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
11 mi·12 min·I 75
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·16 sec
Toward KY 80: Somerset, London
10
Keep slight left at fork
232 ft·9 sec
11
Turn left onto KY 80
35 mi·41 min·Hal Rogers Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto KY 914
0.4 mi·34 sec·KY 914
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Bowling Green
14
Merge onto Cumberland Parkway
86 mi·1 hr 32 min·Cumberland Parkway
15
Continue on Cumberland Parkway
0.3 mi·19 sec·Cumberland Parkway
Exit 1BToward I 65 South: Bowling Green
16
Continue on Cumberland Expressway
0.7 mi·1 min·Cumberland Expressway
17
Merge onto I 65
17 mi·17 min·I 65
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward KY 234: Bowling Green
19
Turn right onto KY 234
1.0 mi·1 min·Cemetery Road
20
Continue on KY 234
1.6 mi·2 min·Fairview Avenue
21
Continue on KY 234
0.8 mi·1 min·East 6th Avenue
22
Continue on US 68; KY 80
3.7 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Lane
23
Turn right onto US 231
1.0 mi·1 min·Morgantown Road
24
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
25
Merge onto I 165
40 mi·42 min·I 165
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 47Toward KY-69: Hartford, Beaver Dam
27
Turn left onto KY 69
0.8 mi·1 min·KY 69
28
Turn right onto KY 1543
1.1 mi·1 min·Clay Street
29
Turn left onto KY 1543
0.2 mi·22 sec·East Union Street
30
Turn right onto US 231
0.2 mi·34 sec·South Main Street
31
Continue on US 231
1.4 mi·2 min·US Highway 231 N
32
Turn slight left onto KY 136
13 mi·19 min·Livermore Road
33
At end of road, turn left onto US 431; KY 136
0.1 mi·10 sec·Henton Street
34
Turn right onto KY 136
0.2 mi·21 sec·7th Street
35
Arrive at destination
KY 136
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour drive time, leaving Georgetown, KY in the morning should allow you to reach Livermore, KY before evening. With only one recommended stop and a highway-heavy profile, you can cover significant ground between breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 86.2-mile stretch on the Cumberland Parkway, as exit frequency might be lower. This route is well-suited for a single day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider an overnight stop halfway through.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 150.3 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.2 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 66 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.3 miles or 3h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Livermore, 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 300.7 miles and 6h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 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 Cumberland Parkway for about 86.2 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 95.8 and 283.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
95.8 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward KY 80: Somerset, London
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward KY 80: Somerset, London
5
95.9 mi into trip|~2h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
96 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway
Turn left onto KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
130.9 mi into trip|~2h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Bowling Green
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Bowling Green
6
283.3 mi into trip|~5h 36m in
Take the exit toward KY-69: Hartford, Beaver Dam
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 47
Toward KY-69: Hartford, Beaver Dam
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.99 one way
$99.99 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg105 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$54.46
$108.91
premium
$5.18
$61.36
$122.72
diesel
$5.35
$63.34
$126.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
90.2
1
$31.57
$14.43
Efficient EV
75.2
0
$26.31
$12.03
EV Truck/SUV
120.3
1
$42.10
$19.24
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jun 2, 2026
Origin
Georgetown, KY
Afternoon
in Georgetown on Wednesday
Local time
3:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
NE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 1 at 12:00PM CDT until June 2 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Destination
Livermore, KY
Afternoon
in Livermore on Wednesday
Local time
2:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 5 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 1 at 12:00PM CDT until June 2 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
85°F
Berea, KY
150 mi in
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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
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
6h 3m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 134.8
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 41.5
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, e...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 217.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for 92% of this 300.7-mile trip, with the longest stretch of continuous highway driving being 86.2 miles on the Cumberland Parkway. Expect a mostly highway profile, meaning you'll encounter fewer surface streets and more consistent cruising speeds for the majority of your travel. The transition to surface roads will occur near your destination.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.2 mi on Cumberland Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cumberland Parkway and I 165. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 95.8 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 300.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 95.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 96 miles (KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,609 ft406 ft
Total Climb
176 ft
Total Descent
1,378 ft
Highest Point
1,609 ft
Elevation Range
1,202 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Georgetown, KY and Livermore, KY, road signs point toward London, Bowling Green and Beaver Dam.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 3m. Total distance: 300.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 3m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.2 miles on Cumberland Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Livermore, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 95.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 96 miles (KY 80 / Hal Rogers Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument, Cumberland Gap National Historical Park and Mammoth Cave National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Livermore, KY before the return drive.
