Lexington, Kentucky to Montgomery, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Montgomery, Alabama?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Montgomery, Alabama is 404.2 miles (650.5 km) as the crow flies. Montgomery, Alabama is located SSW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 485 miles, taking about 9h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Montgomery, Alabama in Alabama.

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 Montgomery, Alabama. 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.