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

The cheapest way to get from Topeka to Lexington is to drive which costs $110 - $180 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Topeka to Lexington is to drive and fly which takes 8h 7m and costs $180 - $950.

How far is it from Topeka to Lexington?

The distance between Topeka and Lexington is 738 miles. The road distance is 650.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Topeka to Lexington without a car is to bus which takes 16h 42m and costs $130 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Topeka to Lexington, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Topeka and Lexington?

Lexington is 1h ahead of Topeka. It is currently 11:54 PM in Topeka and 12:54 AM in Lexington.

Can I drive from Topeka to Lexington?

Yes, the driving distance between Topeka to Lexington is 651 miles. It takes approximately 10h 50m to drive from Topeka to Lexington.

Where can I stay near Lexington?

There are 137+ hotels available in Lexington.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Topeka to Lexington by car, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or bus

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

Drive to Manhattan Regional Airport, fly to Blue Grass Airport
best
1. Drive from Topeka to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)
2. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)MHK - LEX
8h 7m
$184–919
Drive 646.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Topeka to Lexington646.8 mi
10h 50m
$118–171
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Topeka to St Louis Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus Stop
16h 42m
$136–328
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Topeka Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus Stop
21h 13m
$175–405
Bus to Kansas City, fly to Louisville International Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Quincy Street Station - Topeka to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)MCI - SDF
3. Drive from Louisville-Airport-SDF to Lexington
8h 51m
$267–975
Bus to Kansas City, fly to Blue Grass Airport
1. Take the bus from Quincy Street Station - Topeka to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)MCI - LEX
10h 42m
$265–1,256
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Topeka Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Indianapolis Union Station
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus Stop
17h 58m
$146–349

Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) flights

18Weekly Planes

5h 35mAverage Duration

$176Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Topeka to Lexington.

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Distance: 733.2 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Topeka to Lexington via St Louis Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station, and Lexington Bus Stop in around 16h 42m.

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