Lexington, Kentucky to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Washington DC?
The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Washington DC is 408.2 miles (656.9 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located E of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 512.6 miles, taking about 9h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Washington DC in District of Columbia.
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 Washington DC. 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 Washington DC
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 136 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
- You could travel this distance about 61 times to circle the Earth's equator