Origin
Harlan, KY
Late night in Harlan on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harlan, KY to Georgetown, KY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
19.7 mi
32 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harlan, KY
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Georgetown, KY
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Trip Overview
This short 19.7-mile drive from Harlan, KY to Georgetown, KY takes about 34 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With 99% highway share, it's a quick and efficient journey through Kentucky's Southeast region. You can expect a fuel cost of around $3 for this route, which is quite budget-friendly. Given the minimal distance and duration, no overnight split is necessary. This route is focused on straightforward travel, so it's perfect for a quick connection between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KY 38 | 19.6 mi | 34m |
| Railroad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
KY 38
— 19.6 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harlan, KY and Georgetown, KY.
1
Start on Railroad Street
418 ft
·
20 sec
·
Railroad Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto KY 72
296 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
15 ft
·
0 sec
·
KY 38
4
Continue on KY 38
20 mi
·
34 min
·
KY 38
5
Arrive at destination
KY 38
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster around mile 0.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 72 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto KY 72 / South Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KY 38
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.08 one way
$6.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.79 | $7.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Georgetown, KY
Late night in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
6 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
34m 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?
This drive is almost entirely highway-focused, with 99% of the route on fast roads. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for the majority of the trip, with the longest uninterrupted stretch spanning 19.6 miles on KY 38. The roads primarily consist of KY 38, Railroad Street, and South Main Street, suggesting a smooth and direct path. Expect a predictable and efficient journey without significant changes in road type or complexity.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.6 mi on KY 38.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KY 38 and Railroad Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KY 72 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Harlan, KY to Georgetown, KY is easy. At 34m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KY 72 / South Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles (KY 38): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 19.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.6 miles on KY 38. 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: at 0.1 miles (KY 72 / South Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles (KY 38): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Georgetown, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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