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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Lexington is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Lexington is to fly and drive which takes 8h 15m and costs $180 - $1,100.

How far is it from Independence to Lexington?

The distance between Independence and Lexington is 660 miles. The road distance is 580.6 miles.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Independence to Lexington, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Independence and Lexington?

Lexington is 1h ahead of Independence. It is currently 9:14 AM in Independence and 10:14 AM in Lexington.

Can I drive from Independence to Lexington?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Lexington is 581 miles. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Independence to Lexington.

Where can I stay near Lexington?

There are 451+ hotels available in Lexington.

Independence to Lexington - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Independence to Lexington by plane, car, train, bus, 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 to Covington, drive
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Covington (CVG)plane MCI - CVG
2. Drive from Covington (CVG) to Lexingtoncar
8h 15m
$185–1,022
Drive 577.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Independence to Lexingtoncar 577.2 mi
9h 50m
$106–153
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from Independence Station to St. Louistrain
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
16h 15m
$209–366
Fly to Louisville International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane MCI - SDF
2. Drive from Louisville-Airport-SDF to Lexingtoncar
8h 16m
$354–571
Fly to Blue Grass Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane MCI - LEX
9h 47m
$202–1,102
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station 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
16h 46m
$172–286
Train, bus, taxi, drive
1. Take the train from Independence Station to St. Louistrain
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Paoli Walmartbus
4. Take the taxi from Paoli Walmart to Indiana University Southeasttaxi
5. Drive from Middletown Station @ Target to Lexingtoncar
19h 51m
$271–454

Kansas City (MCI) to Covington (CVG) flights

103Weekly Planes

4h 26mAverage Duration

$172Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Independence to Lexington.

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Distance: 656.5 mi
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Lexington, KY, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) hourly.

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