Lexington, Kentucky to Lima, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Lima, Ohio?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Lima, Ohio is 187.9 miles (302.4 km) as the crow flies. Lima, Ohio is located N of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 234.9 miles, taking about 4h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Lima, Ohio in Ohio.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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, Kentucky 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.