Origin
Georgetown, KY
Late night in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, KY to Lexington-Fayette, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
16.2 mi
26 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
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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Lexington-Fayette, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Georgetown to Lexington-Fayette, you are looking at a quick 16.2-mile journey that typically takes about 21 minutes. This short transit is perfect for a one-day trip, as it connects two major hubs within Kentucky's Southeast region. Because of the limited distance, you will only need a modest $2 fuel budget to complete the drive. The route utilizes a mix of I-75, West New Circle Road, and North Broadway to get you to your destination efficiently. It is a straightforward trip that serves well as a simple commute or a quick logistical hop rather than a multi-day excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| West New Circle Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Paris Pike | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Floyd Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 11.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Lexington-Fayette, KY.
1
Start on South Court Street
35 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Court Street
2
Turn right onto US 460
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn slight left onto US 460
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Paris Pike
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
5
Merge onto I 75
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 113
Toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto US 27; US 68
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Broadway
8
Turn left onto KY 4
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West New Circle Road
9
Turn right onto Floyd Drive
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Floyd Drive
10
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 460 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 460 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
12.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 113
Toward US 27, US 68: Paris, Lexington
4
16 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Floyd Drive
Turn right onto Floyd Drive
Navigation decision point
4
16.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.53 one way
$5.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.78 | $5.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Lexington-Fayette, KY
Late night in Lexington-Fayette on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
21m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 69% of this route is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-75, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 11.3 miles. The character of the drive shifts as you transition from the interstate onto West New Circle Road and eventually North Broadway. Since the entire journey is under 20 miles, the road feels more like a direct connector than a winding scenic byway. You can anticipate a consistent pace throughout the drive, making it a functional and predictable ride.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.3 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and West New Circle Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 460 / East Main Street.
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 21m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 460 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Lexington-Fayette, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Lexington along the way.
Lexington
12.9 mi in
|
~14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 16.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 460 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lexington-Fayette, KY before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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