Lexington, Kentucky to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Memphis?
The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Memphis is 366.7 miles (590.1 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located WSW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 422.8 miles, taking about 7h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Memphis in Tennessee.
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 Memphis. 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 122 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
- You could travel this distance about 67.9 times to circle the Earth's equator