Erie to Lexington, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

366.4 miles 589.7 km · straight line
439.7 miles estimated 707.6 km · driving distance
8h 51min estimated drive time
$42 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 14min flight time
221° SW bearing direction

How far is Erie from Lexington, Kentucky?

The distance from Erie to Lexington, Kentucky is 366.4 miles (589.7 km) as the crow flies. Lexington, Kentucky is located SW of Erie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 439.7 miles, taking about 8h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Erie in Pennsylvania 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 Erie 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 Erie to Lexington, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 51min $42 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 37min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~8h 24min $53–$154* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Erie & Lexington, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Erie
42.13°N, 80.09°W
America/New_York
199m 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 122 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 68 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients