Georgetown, KY to Park Hills, KY is 245.4 miles and takes about 4h 49m via I 75, US 25E, and US 119, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily traversing Kentucky. Given its mostly highway profile and manageable duration, it's a straightforward one-day drive. The route is efficient, making it a practical option if you need to get from point A to point B without extensive detours. Consider this route for its directness and predictability.
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
122.7 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
159.2 mi
2h 52m
US 25E
34.4 mi
42m
US 119
29 mi
32m
KY 38
19.6 mi
34m
US 421
1.1 mi
2m
Amsterdam Road
0.6 mi
1m
Sleepy Hollow Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Kyles Lane
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 159.2 mi, about 2h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Park Hills, 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
88 mi·1 hr 34 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
71 mi·1 hr 17 min·I 75
Toward I 75 North: CincinnatiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Exit 189Toward KY 1072: Fort Wright, Park HillsUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn sharp left onto KY 1072
0.3 mi·35 sec·Kyles Lane
12
Turn right onto US 25; US 42; US 127; KY 1072
0.1 mi·25 sec·Dixie Highway
13
Turn left onto KY 1072
0.4 mi·57 sec·Sleepy Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn sharp right onto Amsterdam Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Amsterdam Road
15
Turn right onto Hamilton Road
54 ft·2 sec·Hamilton Road
16
Turn right
60 ft·4 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour 49-minute drive, leaving Georgetown, KY early in the morning will allow you to arrive in Park Hills, KY with plenty of daylight. The longest stretch without a significant break is 159.2 miles on I 75, so plan for a fuel and rest stop before or during this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $38, it's a budget-friendly trip. You'll want to be mindful of the transition from highway to surface roads as you get closer to Park Hills, as exit density will decrease and traffic patterns may change.
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 122.7 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 159.2 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 54 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.7 miles or 2h 33m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Park Hills, 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 245.4 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 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 I 75 for about 159.2 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 84.5 and 244.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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84.5 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
172.8 mi into trip|~3h 27m in|I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 toward I 75 North: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Cincinnati
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243.7 mi into trip|~4h 45m in
Take the exit toward KY 1072: Fort Wright, Park Hills
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 189
Toward KY 1072: Fort Wright, Park Hills
6
244 mi into trip|~4h 45m in|KY 1072 / Kyles Lane
Turn sharp left onto KY 1072 / Kyles Lane
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
244.4 mi into trip|~4h 46m in|KY 1072 / Sleepy Hollow Road
Turn left onto KY 1072 / Sleepy Hollow Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.37 one way
$76.73 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$42.12
$84.25
premium
$4.89
$47.23
$94.45
diesel
$5.61
$54.18
$108.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.6
0
$25.77
$11.78
Efficient EV
61.4
0
$21.47
$9.82
EV Truck/SUV
98.2
1
$34.36
$15.71
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 20, 2026
Origin
Georgetown, KY
Morning
in Georgetown on Tuesday
Local time
6:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Park Hills, KY
Morning
in Park Hills on Tuesday
Local time
6:50 AM
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
15 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 49m 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.
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
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 42.3
Park Closure: Little Yellow Creek Bridge Closure - Construction Underway
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
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 152.3
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...
30 mi from route
~75 min detour
Free
near mile 110
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely on highways, with 99% of the 245.4 miles on major roads like I 75. You'll experience a long stretch of 159.2 miles on I 75 before transitioning to US 25E and then US 119. Expect a steady pace with frequent exits on the interstate sections. The transition away from the interstate will introduce more at-grade intersections and potentially slower speeds as you approach your destination.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 159.2 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 25E. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 84.5 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 49m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 84.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 172.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 243.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 49m. Total distance: 245.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 159.2 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 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 84.5 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 172.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 243.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Camp Nelson National Monument and Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Park Hills, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
