Lexington, Kentucky to Petersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Petersburg?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Petersburg is 392.5 miles (631.7 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located E of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 471 miles, taking about 9h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Petersburg in Virginia.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lexington, Kentucky and Petersburg. 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.