Des Plaines to Lexington, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Plaines from Lexington, Kentucky?

The distance from Des Plaines to Lexington, Kentucky is 328.7 miles (529 km) as the crow flies. Lexington, Kentucky is located SE of Des Plaines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 394.4 miles, taking about 7h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Des Plaines in Illinois 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. 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 Des Plaines 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.