Lexington, Kentucky to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Raleigh?
The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Raleigh is 359.6 miles (578.8 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located ESE of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 461.1 miles, taking about 9h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Raleigh in North Carolina.
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 Raleigh. 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 120 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
- You could travel this distance about 69.2 times to circle the Earth's equator