Lexington, Kentucky to Little Rock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Little Rock?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Little Rock is 489 miles (786.9 km) as the crow flies. Little Rock is located WSW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 586.8 miles, taking about 11h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Little Rock in Arkansas.

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 Lexington, Kentucky and Little Rock. 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.