Connecting London to Georgetown, this 95.4-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Because the route is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend roughly $14 on fuel for the trek, making it an affordable option for a quick transit through the Southeast region. The path utilizes a combination of the Cumberland Gap Parkway, KY 38, and Harlan Road to navigate between these two Kentucky hubs. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, this straightforward drive offers a reliable connection without the need for complex multi-day planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.7 miles from London, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cumberland Gap Parkway
30.7 mi
36m
KY 38
19.7 mi
34m
Harlan Road
15.9 mi
18m
Pineville Road
13.1 mi
14m
I 75
8.7 mi
9m
Corbin Bypass
2 mi
3m
Bob Madon Bypass
1.8 mi
2m
US 421
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Cumberland Gap Parkway
— 30.7 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between London, KY and Georgetown, KY.
1
Start on East 5th Street
1.0 mi·1 min·East 5th Street
2
Continue on KY 1006
0.6 mi·1 min·Sublimity City Road
3
Turn right onto KY 192
0.3 mi·30 sec·KY 192
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 38Toward KY 192: London
5
Merge onto I 75
8.7 mi·9 min·I 75
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 25, US 25E: Corbin, Barbourville
7
Turn left onto US 25E
2.0 mi·3 min·Corbin Bypass
8
Continue on US 25E
31 mi·36 min·Cumberland Gap Parkway
9
Continue on US 25E
1.8 mi·2 min·Bob Madon Bypass
10
Turn left onto US 119
16 mi·18 min·Harlan Road
11
Continue on US 119
13 mi·14 min·Pineville Road
12
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi·2 min·US 421
13
Turn left onto KY 38
386 ft·9 sec·KY 38
14
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
91 ft·1 sec·KY 38
15
Continue on KY 38
20 mi·34 min·KY 38
16
Arrive at destination
KY 38
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable two-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 95.4-mile distance in one go, so there is no urgent need to build in lengthy rest stops unless you prefer a more leisurely pace. Given that your fuel budget is quite modest at $14, it is wise to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving London to avoid unnecessary stops along the way. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from the Cumberland Gap Parkway onto KY 38, as this is where the route shifts its character. Prioritizing a steady, consistent speed will help you maintain your estimated arrival time of just over two hours.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.7 miles from London, KY, or about 58m 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.7 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
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 London, 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 London, KY
This is one driving day of about 95.4 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from London, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 75.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.6 mi into trip|~2m in|KY 192
Turn right onto KY 192
Navigation decision point
8
1.9 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the exit toward KY 192: London
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 38
Toward KY 192: London
5
10.8 mi into trip|~13m 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
4
11.2 mi into trip|~13m in|US 25E / Corbin Bypass
Turn left onto US 25E / Corbin Bypass
Navigation decision point
5
75.8 mi into trip|~1h 31m in|KY 38
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.91 one way
$29.83 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$16.38
$32.75
premium
$4.89
$18.36
$36.72
diesel
$5.61
$21.06
$42.13
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.6
0
$10.02
$4.58
Efficient EV
23.9
0
$8.35
$3.82
EV Truck/SUV
38.2
0
$13.36
$6.11
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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 11, 2026
Origin
London, KY
Morning
in London on Sunday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
N 6 mph7% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Georgetown, KY
Morning
in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
NNW 5 mph8% chanceLive forecast
78°F
Pineville, KY
48 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
2h 5m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 63% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major thoroughfares. The route features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 30.7 miles along the Cumberland Gap Parkway, allowing you to settle into a steady pace. While the drive is predominantly highway-oriented, the transition between the parkway and local roads like Harlan Road creates a distinct shift in rhythm. Navigating these segments requires you to stay alert as the road character evolves from high-speed corridors to more localized transit. It is a practical drive that balances efficient highway travel with the necessary transitions to reach your final destination in Georgetown.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 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?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cumberland Gap Parkway and KY 38. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near KY 192.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from London, KY to Georgetown, KY is easy. At 2h 5m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (KY 192): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,609 ft992 ft
Total Climb
1,101 ft
Total Descent
737 ft
Highest Point
1,609 ft
~95.4 mi in
Elevation Range
616 ft
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 London, KY to Georgetown, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Barbourville along the way.
Barbourville
10.8 mi in|~13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 95.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
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, 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 1.6 miles (KY 192): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Georgetown, KY before heading back.
