Cape Girardeau to Lexington, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Cape Girardeau from Lexington, Kentucky?
The distance from Cape Girardeau to Lexington, Kentucky is 278.9 miles (448.8 km) as the crow flies. Lexington, Kentucky is located ENE of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348.6 miles, taking about 7h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Cape Girardeau in Missouri 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau to Lexington, Kentucky
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
- You could travel this distance about 89.3 times to circle the Earth's equator