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

The cheapest way to get from Lexington to Asheville is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lexington to Asheville is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Lexington and Asheville?

No, there is no direct bus from Lexington to Asheville. However, there are services departing from Tates Creek @ Dove Run and arriving at Asheville, NC via Transit Center, Lexington Bus Stop, Atlanta Bus Station and Charlotte Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 38m.

How far is it from Lexington to Asheville?

The distance between Lexington and Asheville is 243 miles. The road distance is 249.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lexington to Asheville without a car is to bus which takes 18h 38m and costs $160 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Lexington to Asheville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lexington to Asheville bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lexington to Asheville?

The best way to get from Lexington to Asheville is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $75 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $270 and takes 18h 38m.

Where does the Lexington to Asheville bus arrive?

Lexington to Asheville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lexington to Asheville?

Yes, the driving distance between Lexington to Asheville is 249 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Lexington to Asheville.

Where can I stay near Asheville?

There are 754+ hotels available in Asheville.

Lexington to Asheville - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lexington to Asheville by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

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Fly Blue Grass Airport to Asheville Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)plane LEX - AVL
7h 50m
$78–463
Drive 247.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lexington to Ashevillecar 247.8 mi
5h 25m
$46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lexington Bus Stop to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Asheville, NCbus
18h 38m
$161–261
Fly Blue Grass Airport to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)plane LEX - GSP
2. Drive from Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to Ashevillecar
7h 43m
$123–719
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus
1. Drive from Lexington to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane SDF - CLT
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Asheville, NCbus
7h 34m
$143–682
Fly Blue Grass Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane LEX - CLT
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Asheville, NCbus
8h 59m
$141–713

Lexington to Asheville by bus

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Distance: 241.2 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Lexington, KY, USA and Asheville, NC, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tates Creek @ Dove Run to Asheville, NC via Transit Center, Walmart @ Northpark, Lexington Bus Stop, Atlanta Bus Station, and Charlotte Bus Station in around 18h 38m.

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How to get fromLexington to Ashevilleby plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

There are 6 ways to get from Lexington to Asheville by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

Fly Blue Grass Airport to Asheville Regional Airport

Drive 247.8 mi

Bus

Fly Blue Grass Airport to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport, drive

Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus

Fly Blue Grass Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus