Lexington, North Carolina to Salisbury, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

16.3 miles 26.2 km · straight line
21.2 miles estimated 34.1 km · driving distance
26min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Lexington, North Carolina from Salisbury, North Carolina?

The distance from Lexington, North Carolina to Salisbury, North Carolina is 16.3 miles (26.2 km) as the crow flies. Salisbury, North Carolina is located SW of Lexington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 21.2 miles, taking about 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lexington, North Carolina and Salisbury, North Carolina. 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 Lexington, North Carolina to Salisbury, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Lexington, North Carolina & Salisbury, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Lexington, North Carolina
35.82°N, 80.25°W
America/New_York
258m elevation
Salisbury, North Carolina
35.67°N, 80.47°W
America/New_York
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 5 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients