Edison to Lexington, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

565.8 miles 910.6 km · straight line
679 miles estimated 1092.7 km · driving distance
13h 40min estimated drive time
$65 - $80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Edison from Lexington, Kentucky?

The distance from Edison to Lexington, Kentucky is 565.8 miles (910.6 km) as the crow flies. Lexington, Kentucky is located WSW of Edison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 679 miles, taking about 13h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Edison in New Jersey and Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Edison 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 Edison to Lexington, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 40min $65 - $80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 24min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~17h 46min $81–$238* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edison & Lexington, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Edison
40.52°N, 74.41°W
America/New_York
27m 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 189 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients