Blacksburg to Lexington, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.7 miles 371.2 km · straight line
288.3 miles estimated 464 km · driving distance
5h 48min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Blacksburg from Lexington, Kentucky?

The distance from Blacksburg to Lexington, Kentucky is 230.7 miles (371.2 km) as the crow flies. Lexington, Kentucky is located WNW of Blacksburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.3 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Blacksburg in Virginia 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 Blacksburg 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 Blacksburg to Lexington, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 48min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 58min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 31min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blacksburg & Lexington, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Blacksburg
37.23°N, 80.41°W
America/New_York
633m 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 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients