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Georgetown, KY
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9:22 PM
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Trip from Georgetown, KY to Oak Grove, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 30m
Distance
273.9 mi
441 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 17m
★
6 AM
5h 30m
8 AM
5h 57m
10 AM
5h 40m
12 PM
5h 37m
3 PM
5h 41m
5 PM
5h 56m
8 PM
5h 22m
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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Oak Grove, KY
Skyler Ewing
Trip Overview
This 273.9-mile journey from Georgetown, KY, to Oak Grove, KY, is estimated to take about 5 hours and 30 minutes of driving time. It's a single-day trip, perfect for getting from point A to point B without needing an overnight stop. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads for this drive, with a 0% highway share, making it a more direct, turn-heavy local experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $42. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout your drive.
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
137 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Parkway | 86.2 mi | 1h 32m |
| Hal Rogers Parkway | 34.5 mi | 41m |
| US 25E | 34.4 mi | 42m |
| US 119 | 29 mi | 32m |
| I 165 | 25.8 mi | 27m |
| KY 38 | 19.6 mi | 34m |
| I 65 | 16.5 mi | 17m |
| I 75 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
Cumberland Parkway
— 86.2 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Oak Grove, KY.
1
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 1B
Toward 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
26 mi
·
27 min
·
I 165
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 33
Toward US 231: Morgantown, Cromwell
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 231
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Beaver Dam Road
28
Continue on US 231
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 231
29
Turn right onto KY 505
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 505
30
Arrive at destination
KY 505
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour 30-minute duration, this trip is best tackled in a single day, allowing for flexibility with your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 273.9 miles and refuel, especially since the estimated fuel cost is $42. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, pay close attention to your navigation to avoid missed turns on KY 80 and other local roads. Leaving earlier in the morning can help you avoid potential local traffic and make the most of daylight for navigation.
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 137 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 2h 54m 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 60 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137 miles or 2h 54m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Grove, 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 273.9 miles and 5h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 137 miles from Georgetown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Cumberland Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 95.8 and 269.4 — 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
269.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 21m in
Take the exit toward US 231: Morgantown, Cromwell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 33
Toward US 231: Morgantown, Cromwell
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.82 one way
$85.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $47.02 | $94.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $52.71 | $105.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.47 | $120.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.2 | 1 | $28.76 | $13.15 |
| Efficient EV | 68.5 | 0 | $23.97 | $10.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.6 | 1 | $38.35 | $17.53 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Oak Grove, KY
Evening in Oak Grove on Saturday
Local time
8:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
13 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
5h 30m 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.
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 132.2
View on nps.gov
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 47.2
View on nps.gov
Mammoth Cave National Park
National Park
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
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 217.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 273.9-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any interstate stretches, meaning your average speed will be lower and you'll be making more frequent turns. The drive will likely feel like a continuous exploration of local roads rather than a fast-paced transit. Since there's no longest uninterrupted stretch specified, be prepared for a more varied driving experience with frequent navigation adjustments.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 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 Hal Rogers Parkway. 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 Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 273.9 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.
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.
Between Georgetown, KY and Oak Grove, KY, road signs point toward London and Bowling Green.
London
95.8 mi in
|
~2h 4m
Bowling Green
130.9 mi in
|
~2h 47m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 30m. Total distance: 273.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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.
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.
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 Oak Grove, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Oak Grove, KY before the return drive.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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