Leitchfield, KY to Georgetown, KY is 249.8 miles and takes about 4h 59m via Western Kentucky Parkway and I 75, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Kentucky, traversing the Southeast region on a mostly highway profile. With just one recommended stop and a duration under five hours, it's a straightforward drive. You'll likely find this route efficient for getting between these two points in the state.
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
124.9 miles from Leitchfield, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cumberland Gap Parkway
30.7 mi
36m
I 75
29.6 mi
31m
Western Kentucky Parkway
29.6 mi
31m
Danville Road
29 mi
33m
US 150
24.3 mi
27m
Bluegrass Parkway
23.8 mi
25m
KY 38
19.7 mi
34m
Harlan Road
15.9 mi
18m
Longest stretch:
Cumberland Gap Parkway
— 30.7 mi, about 36m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,574 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,330
Quietest
2 AM
~351 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leitchfield, KY and Georgetown, KY.
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Start on US 62; KY 259
10 ft·0 sec·Public Square
2
Continue on US 62; KY 259
78 ft·1 sec·Public Square
3
Turn slight right onto US 62; KY 259
1.0 mi·1 min·South Main Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
5
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
30 mi·31 min·Western Kentucky Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 137BToward I 65 North: Lexington, LouisvilleUse the right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
8
Merge onto I 65
1.4 mi·1 min·I 65
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 93Toward Lexington, BardstownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on Bluegrass Parkway
24 mi·25 min·Bluegrass Parkway
11
Take the exit onto US 31E Truck
0.3 mi·33 sec·US 31E Truck
Toward Bardstown
12
Turn right onto US 150
5.6 mi·6 min·Springfield Road
13
Continue on US 150
9.2 mi·10 min·Bardstown Road
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
93 ft·1 sec·US 150
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 150
24 mi·27 min·US 150
16
Turn right onto US 127 Bypass; US 150 Bypass
5.5 mi·6 min·South Danville Bypass
17
Continue on US 150
2.0 mi·2 min·Stanford Road
18
Continue on US 150
29 mi·33 min·Danville Road
19
Continue on US 25
2.0 mi·2 min·South Daniel Boone Trail
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
21
Merge onto I 75
30 mi·31 min·I 75
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
23
Turn left onto US 25E
2.0 mi·3 min·Corbin Bypass
24
Continue on US 25E
31 mi·36 min·Cumberland Gap Parkway
25
Continue on US 25E
1.8 mi·2 min·Bob Madon Bypass
26
Turn left onto US 119
16 mi·18 min·Harlan Road
27
Continue on US 119
13 mi·14 min·Pineville Road
28
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi·2 min·US 421
29
Turn left onto KY 38
386 ft·9 sec·KY 38
30
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
91 ft·1 sec·KY 38
31
Continue on KY 38
20 mi·34 min·KY 38
32
Arrive at destination
KY 38
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 59m drive time, leaving Leitchfield in the morning should get you to Georgetown with plenty of daylight to spare. The route has a single recommended stop, so you can decide whether to push through or take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto longer stretches like the 30.7 miles on the Cumberland Gap Parkway. The $44 fuel estimate is based on the total mileage, so plan accordingly.
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 124.9 miles from Leitchfield, KY, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.7 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 55 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.9 miles or 2h 22m 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 55m
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 Leitchfield, 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 Leitchfield, KY
This is one driving day of about 249.8 miles and 4h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Leitchfield, 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 Gap Parkway for about 30.7 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 72.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.2 mi into trip|~2m in|Western Kentucky Parkway
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
30.8 mi into trip|~33m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 137B
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
6
31.2 mi into trip|~34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 65 North: Lexington, Louisville
8
33.1 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward Lexington, Bardstown
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 93
Toward Lexington, Bardstown
5
72.6 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|US 150
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.89 one way
$73.78 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$40.73
$81.45
premium
$4.72
$46.38
$92.76
diesel
$4.80
$47.17
$94.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.9
0
$26.23
$11.99
Efficient EV
62.5
0
$21.86
$9.99
EV Truck/SUV
99.9
1
$34.97
$15.99
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Leitchfield, KY
Late night
in Leitchfield on Sunday
Local time
4:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 3 to 9 mph35% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 12:43AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Destination
Georgetown, KY
Late night
in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
5:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 0 to 6 mph37% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 12:43AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
86°F
Williamsburg, KY
125 mi in
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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 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 59m 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
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 206.8
Park Closure: Little Yellow Creek Bridge Closure - Construction Underway
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 43.1
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
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 103.4
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...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
Free
near mile 8.6
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...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 129.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily highway, with 64% of the route on interstates and parkways. You'll encounter a stretch of 30.7 miles on the Cumberland Gap Parkway where you'll be cruising without many exits. The Western Kentucky Parkway will lead you into more developed areas, indicated by an increase in traffic and exits as you approach I 75. Expect a merging pattern as you transition onto I 75.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.7 mi on Cumberland Gap Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cumberland Gap Parkway and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near Western Kentucky Parkway.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 249.8 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 1.2 miles (Western Kentucky Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,609 ft603 ft
Total Climb
1,380 ft
Total Descent
522 ft
Highest Point
1,609 ft
~249.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,005 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Leitchfield, KY and Georgetown, KY, road signs point toward Louisville, Lexington, Bardstown and Barbourville.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 59m. Total distance: 249.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.7 miles on Cumberland Gap Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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.
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 Georgetown, 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. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Western Kentucky Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and Camp Nelson National Monument (5 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 10.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Georgetown, KY, but most travelers stay overnight.
