Origin
Nevada, KY
Late night in Nevada on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nevada, 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
1h 6m
Distance
50 mi
81 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nevada, KY
Stephan Müller
Georgetown, KY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a short excursion through the Southeast, the 50-mile trip from Nevada to Georgetown, Kentucky, is a straightforward option. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 6 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. With a total fuel budget of approximately $8, it remains an affordable trek for locals or travelers passing through the region. Since the entire route stays within Kentucky, you won't need to worry about changing time zones or crossing state lines. Because the drive is relatively brief, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless you have additional business in the area. This route is designed for those who prefer quick, efficient travel over long-haul road trips.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville Road | 12.9 mi | 14m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Midway Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Perryville Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Paynes Depot Road | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| I 64 | 3 mi | 3m |
| South College Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Louisville Road
— 12.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nevada, KY and Georgetown, KY.
1
Start on Bugg Road
7 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bugg Road
2
Turn left onto US 68
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Perryville Road
3
Continue on US 68
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Perryville Street
4
Continue on US 68; KY 152
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Mooreland Avenue
5
Turn left onto US 68; US 127; KY 152
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South College Street
6
Continue on US 127
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Louisville Road
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
8
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Bluegrass Parkway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 68
Toward KY 33: Versailles
10
Turn left onto KY 33
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Troy Pike
11
Continue on KY 33
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
12
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Frankfort Street
13
Continue on US 60 Business; US 62
472 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 60 Business; US 62
14
Turn left onto US 60; US 62
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Frankfort Road
15
Turn right onto US 62
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Midway Road
16
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Versailles Road
17
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Winter Street
18
Continue on US 62
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Midway Road
19
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 421
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Leestown Road
20
Turn left onto KY 341
276 ft
·
4 sec
·
Georgetown Road
21
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
22
Merge onto I 64
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
I 64
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 69
Toward US 62 East: Georgetown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn left onto US 62
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Paynes Depot Road
25
At end of road, turn right onto US 460
390 ft
·
6 sec
·
Frankfort Road
26
Continue on US 460
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
27
Turn right onto South Court Street
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Court Street
28
Arrive at destination
South Court Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25 miles from Nevada, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 30.1 and 44.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward KY 33: Versailles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 68
Toward KY 33: Versailles
4
33.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 62 / Midway Road
Turn right onto US 62 / Midway Road
Navigation decision point
5
40.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 62; US 421 / East Leestown Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 421 / East Leestown Road
Navigation decision point
4
41 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
KY 341 / Georgetown Road
Turn left onto KY 341 / Georgetown Road
Navigation decision point
7
44.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward US 62 East: Georgetown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 69
Toward US 62 East: Georgetown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.82 one way
$15.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.58 | $17.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.62 | $19.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Versailles, KY
25 mi in
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
23 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
1h 6m 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 features a turn-heavy, local personality that keeps you engaged throughout the 50-mile journey. You will navigate a mix of Louisville Road, the Bluegrass Parkway, and Midway Road as you make your way toward Georgetown. Only 24% of your travel occurs on highways, so prepare for a significant amount of time on local thoroughfares. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 12.9-mile segment on Louisville Road, which provides a brief reprieve from the constant adjustments required by the winding local sections. Expect the road conditions to shift as you transition between these different road types, requiring you to stay alert and ready for frequent turns.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.9 mi on Louisville Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 30.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 33.7 miles (US 62 / Midway Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.8 miles (US 62; US 421 / East Leestown Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 50 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.9 miles on Louisville Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 33.7 miles (US 62 / Midway Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.8 miles (US 62; US 421 / East Leestown Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Camp Nelson National Monument. 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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