This 215.9-mile journey from Hodgenville to Georgetown, Kentucky, will take you approximately 4 hours and 24 minutes of driving time. Primarily following the Cumberland Parkway, KY 80, and Cumberland Gap Parkway, this drive is a solid option for a single-day trip. With a projected fuel cost of around $34, it's an economical way to travel within the Southeast region. Expect a highway-focused experience for about 62% of the route, making it a straightforward drive. This route offers a practical way to connect two points in Kentucky without requiring an overnight stay.
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
107.9 miles from Hodgenville, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cumberland Parkway
36.7 mi
39m
KY 80
33.8 mi
40m
Cumberland Gap Parkway
30.7 mi
36m
Campbellsville Road
21.3 mi
25m
KY 38
19.7 mi
34m
Harlan Road
15.9 mi
18m
Pineville Road
13.1 mi
14m
Hodgenville Road
12.3 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
Cumberland Parkway
— 36.7 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hodgenville, KY and Georgetown, KY.
1
Start on US 31E; KY 84; KY 210
17 ft·0 sec·East Main Street
2
Enter roundabout onto East Main Street
442 ft·7 sec·East Main Street
3
Continue on East Main Street
196 ft·5 sec·East Main Street
4
Turn right onto KY 210
1.2 mi·2 min·Greensburg Street
5
Continue on KY 210
14 mi·16 min·Campbellsville Road
6
Continue on KY 210
12 mi·13 min·Hodgenville Road
7
Continue on KY 210
1.2 mi·1 min·Campbellsville Bypass
8
Continue on KY 210
10 mi·11 min·New Columbia Road
9
Continue on KY 55
7.3 mi·8 min·Campbellsville Road
10
Continue on KY 55 Business
0.5 mi·43 sec·Campbellsville Street
11
Enter roundabout onto KY 55 Business; KY 80
276 ft·4 sec·Jamestown Road
12
Continue on KY 55 Business; KY 80
81 ft·1 sec·Jamestown Road
13
Turn slight right onto KY 55 Business; KY 80
1.2 mi·1 min·Jamestown Street
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 49Toward KY 55: Columbia
15
Merge onto Cumberland Parkway
37 mi·39 min·Cumberland Parkway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 86Toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
17
Continue on KY 914
0.4 mi·33 sec·KY 914
18
Turn left onto KY 80
34 mi·40 min·KY 80
Use the left lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
20
Merge onto I 75
11 mi·12 min·I 75
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
22
Turn left onto US 25E
2.0 mi·3 min·Corbin Bypass
23
Continue on US 25E
31 mi·36 min·Cumberland Gap Parkway
24
Continue on US 25E
1.8 mi·2 min·Bob Madon Bypass
25
Turn left onto US 119
16 mi·18 min·Harlan Road
26
Continue on US 119
13 mi·14 min·Pineville Road
27
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi·2 min·US 421
28
Turn left onto KY 38
386 ft·9 sec·KY 38
29
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
91 ft·1 sec·KY 38
30
Continue on KY 38
20 mi·34 min·KY 38
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Arrive at destination
KY 38
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 24-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning from Hodgenville is advisable to arrive in Georgetown with ample daylight. With only one stop suggested for this 215.9-mile trip, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 36.7 miles on the Cumberland Parkway. The $34 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a buffer. This route is well-suited for a day trip, so you can depart when it's most convenient for you.
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 107.9 miles from Hodgenville, KY, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.7 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 47 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.9 miles or 2h 4m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Georgetown, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hodgenville, 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 Hodgenville, KY
This is one driving day of about 215.9 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Hodgenville, 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 36.7 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 131.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Enter roundabout onto East Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
46.9 mi into trip|~55m in|KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road
Enter roundabout onto KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
48.1 mi into trip|~57m in
Take the ramp toward KY 55: Columbia
Navigation decision point
Exit 49
Toward KY 55: Columbia
6
85.2 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 86
Toward KY 914: Somerset, Burnside
5
131.3 mi into trip|~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.75 one way
$67.51 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$37.06
$74.12
premium
$4.89
$41.55
$83.10
diesel
$5.61
$47.67
$95.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.8
0
$22.67
$10.36
Efficient EV
54
0
$18.89
$8.64
EV Truck/SUV
86.4
1
$30.23
$13.82
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hodgenville, KY
Late night
in Hodgenville on Sunday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Georgetown, KY
Late night
in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
18 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
4h 24m 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...
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 171.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is largely highway-focused, with 62% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant unbroken stretch of 36.7 miles on the Cumberland Parkway, offering a period of consistent travel. While much of the drive maintains a highway pace, transitions between roads like KY 80 and Cumberland Gap Parkway may offer slight variations in scenery and speed. It's a route designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways, making it feel purposeful.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.7 mi on Cumberland Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cumberland Parkway and KY 80. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
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 24m drive. You will face about 15 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 (East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 46.9 miles (KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 48.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hodgenville, KY and Georgetown, KY, road signs point toward Burnside and Barbourville.
Burnside
85.2 mi in|~1h 37m
Barbourville
131.3 mi in|~2h 31m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 24m. Total distance: 215.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 36.7 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.
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: near the start (East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 46.9 miles (KY 55 Business; KY 80 / Jamestown Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 48.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes — Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument, Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Georgetown, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
