Lexington, Kentucky to Lockport, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Lockport, Illinois?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Lockport, Illinois is 309.3 miles (497.8 km) as the crow flies. Lockport, Illinois is located NW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.7 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Lockport, Illinois in Illinois.

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 Lockport, Illinois. 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.