What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Lexington?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Lexington is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Lexington?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Lexington is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs $55 - $80.

How far is it from Champaign to Lexington?

The distance between Champaign and Lexington is 262 miles. The road distance is 303.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Lexington?

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Champaign to Lexington, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Champaign and Lexington?

Lexington is 1h ahead of Champaign. It is currently 5:20 PM in Champaign and 6:20 PM in Lexington.

Can I drive from Champaign to Lexington?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Lexington is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Champaign to Lexington.

Where can I stay near Lexington?

There are 157+ hotels available in Lexington.

Champaign to Lexington - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Champaign to Lexington by plane, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport
best
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane CMI - LEX
7h 33m
$70–354
Drive 302 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Champaign to Lexingtoncar 302 mi
5h 25m
$56–80
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Corydon, INbus
4. Drive from Middletown Station @ Target to Lexingtoncar
14h 13m
$161–226
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Champaign to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane DEC - LEX
6h 53m
$178–475

University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) flights

29Weekly Planes

6h 53mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Champaign to Lexington.

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Lexington, KY, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) 4 times a day.

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