Lima, Ohio to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lima, Ohio from Louisville?

The distance from Lima, Ohio to Louisville is 193.3 miles (311.1 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located SSW of Lima, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 223.9 miles, taking about 4h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Lima, Ohio in Ohio and Louisville in Kentucky.

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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lima, Ohio and Louisville. 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.