Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Lima, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from Lima, Ohio?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Lima, Ohio is 413.2 miles (665 km) as the crow flies. Lima, Ohio is located W of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 495.9 miles, taking about 9h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania and Lima, Ohio in Ohio.

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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Lima, Ohio. 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.