Lexington, Kentucky to Spartanburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.9 miles 413.4 km · straight line
321.1 miles estimated 516.8 km · driving distance
6h 28min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Spartanburg?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Spartanburg is 256.9 miles (413.4 km) as the crow flies. Spartanburg is located SE of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 321.1 miles, taking about 6h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Spartanburg in South Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Spartanburg. 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.

How to Get from Lexington, Kentucky to Spartanburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 28min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 46min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 9min $39–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lexington, Kentucky & Spartanburg

Quick Facts

Lexington, Kentucky
38.04°N, 84.50°W
America/New_York
298m elevation
Spartanburg
34.95°N, 81.93°W
America/New_York
246m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients