Germantown, Maryland to Lexington, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Germantown, Maryland from Lexington, Kentucky?

The distance from Germantown, Maryland to Lexington, Kentucky is 398.1 miles (640.7 km) as the crow flies. Lexington, Kentucky is located W of Germantown, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 477.7 miles, taking about 9h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Germantown, Maryland in Maryland 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 Germantown, Maryland 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.