Lexington, Kentucky to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

646.8 miles 1041 km · straight line
771.1 miles actual route 1241 km · driving distance
14h 23min estimated drive time
$74 - $91 estimated fuel cost
~1h 48min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Omaha?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Omaha is 646.8 miles (1041 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located WNW of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 771.1 miles, taking about 14h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Omaha in Nebraska.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Omaha. 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.

How to Get from Lexington, Kentucky to Omaha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 23min $74 - $91 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 16min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~18h 42min $93–$270* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lexington, Kentucky & Omaha

Quick Facts

Lexington, Kentucky
38.04°N, 84.50°W
America/New_York
298m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 216 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM