Lexington, Kentucky to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Louisville?
The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Louisville is 69.7 miles (112.2 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located WNW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 78.3 miles, taking about 1h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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, Kentucky and Louisville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
- You could travel this distance about 357.2 times to circle the Earth's equator