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

The cheapest way to get from Lexington to Topeka is to bus which costs $110 - $250 and takes 19h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lexington to Topeka is to drive and fly and bus which takes 9h 18m and costs $240 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Lexington and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Lexington to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Tates Creek @ Gainesway and arriving at Topeka via Transit Center, Lexington Bus Stop, Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 25m.

How far is it from Lexington to Topeka?

The distance between Lexington and Topeka is 739 miles. The road distance is 650.4 miles.

How do I travel from Lexington to Topeka without a car?

The best way to get from Lexington to Topeka without a car is to bus and train via Indianapolis which takes 21h 27m and costs $180 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 9h 43m to get from Lexington to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lexington to Topeka bus from?

Lexington to Topeka bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lexington Bus Stop station.

Where does the Lexington to Topeka bus arrive?

Lexington to Topeka bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Lexington and Topeka?

Topeka is 1h behind Lexington. It is currently 3:03 PM in Lexington and 2:03 PM in Topeka.

Can I drive from Lexington to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Lexington to Topeka is 650 miles. It takes approximately 10h 57m to drive from Lexington to Topeka.

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 34+ hotels available in Topeka.

Lexington to Topeka - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Lexington to Topeka by plane, car, bus, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly Blue Grass Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane LEX - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Topekacar
9h 43m
$113–569
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Lexington to Middletown Station @ Targetcar
2. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
3. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Topekabus
18h 35m
$129–243
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Lexington Bus Stop to Cincinnati Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain
21h 27m
$185–376
Drive 646.6 mi
1. Drive from Lexington to Topekacar 646.6 mi
10h 57m
$118–171
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Drive from Lexington to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SDF - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 18m
$244–1,176
Fly Blue Grass Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Kansas City (MCI)plane LEX - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
11h 34m
$172–807
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Lexington Bus Stop to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Topekabus
19h 25m
$116–246
Drive, bus, train
1. Drive from Lexington to Middletown Station @ Targetcar
2. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
3. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
4. Take the train from St. Louis to Kansas Citytrain
5. Take the train from Kansas City to Topeka Stationtrain
20h 4m
$134–418
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lexington Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0120
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain Southwest Chief
22h 43m
$146–331

Lexington to Topeka by bus (Greyhound)

4Weekly Buses

19h 25mAverage Duration

$116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 734.5 mi
Duration: 9h 43m

What companies run services between Lexington, KY, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Tates Creek @ Gainesway to Topeka via Transit Center, Walmart @ Northpark, Lexington Bus Stop, Indianapolis Union Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 19h 25m.

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