Baltimore to Lexington, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

434.3 miles 698.9 km · straight line
538.5 miles actual route 866.7 km · driving distance
9h 57min estimated drive time
$52 - $64 estimated fuel cost
~1h 22min flight time
261° W bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Lexington, Kentucky?

The distance from Baltimore to Lexington, Kentucky is 434.3 miles (698.9 km) as the crow flies. Lexington, Kentucky is located W of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 538.5 miles, taking about 9h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Baltimore and Lexington, Kentucky. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Lexington, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 57min $52 - $64 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 56min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~9h 27min $65–$188* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Lexington, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m 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 145 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM