Anderson, South Carolina to Lexington, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265.3 miles 427 km · straight line
331.7 miles estimated 533.8 km · driving distance
6h 40min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Anderson, South Carolina from Lexington, Kentucky?

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Lexington, Kentucky is 265.3 miles (427 km) as the crow flies. Lexington, Kentucky is located NNW of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 331.7 miles, taking about 6h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina and Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, South Carolina and Lexington, Kentucky. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Anderson, South Carolina to Lexington, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 40min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 0min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 20min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, South Carolina & Lexington, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Anderson, South Carolina
34.50°N, 82.65°W
America/New_York
240m elevation
Lexington, Kentucky
38.04°N, 84.50°W
America/New_York
298m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients