Lexington, Kentucky to Milwaukee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Milwaukee?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Milwaukee is 388.7 miles (625.6 km) as the crow flies. Milwaukee is located NNW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 457.7 miles, taking about 8h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Milwaukee in Wisconsin.

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 Milwaukee. 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.