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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Lexington is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Lexington is to fly and drive which takes 5h 58m and costs $170 - $650.

How far is it from Columbia to Lexington?

The distance between Columbia and Lexington is 505 miles. The road distance is 464.1 miles.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Columbia to Lexington, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Lexington?

Lexington is 1h ahead of Columbia. It is currently 9:35 AM in Columbia and 10:35 AM in Lexington.

Can I drive from Columbia to Lexington?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Lexington is 464 miles. It takes approximately 7h 54m to drive from Columbia to Lexington.

Where can I stay near Lexington?

There are 174+ hotels available in Lexington.

Columbia to Lexington - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, taxi, and bus

How to get fromColumbia to Lexington

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Columbia to Lexington by plane, car, taxi, 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.

Fly to Covington, drive
best
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Covington (CVG)plane COU - CVG
2. Drive from Covington (CVG) to Lexingtoncar
5h 58m
$170–638
Drive 461.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Lexingtoncar 461.4 mi
7h 54m
$85–122
Taxi, train, bus, drive
1. Take the taxi from Columbia to Jefferson City Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to St. Louistrain
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Louisville, KYbus
5. Drive from Middletown Station @ Target to Lexingtoncar
15h 16m
$232–354
Fly to Louisville International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane COU - SDF
2. Drive from Louisville-Airport-SDF to Lexingtoncar
6h 2m
$164–637
Fly to Blue Grass Airport
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane COU - LEX
6h 56m
$197–868
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Columbia 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
15h 20m
$152–238

Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Covington (CVG) flights

64Weekly Planes

5h 40mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Columbia to Lexington.

Launch map view

Distance: 502 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) every 4 hours.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.