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

The cheapest way to get from Lexington to Champaign is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lexington to Champaign is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs $55 - $80.

How far is it from Lexington to Champaign?

The distance between Lexington and Champaign is 320 miles. The road distance is 304.7 miles.

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

It takes approximately 9h 16m to get from Lexington to Champaign, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lexington and Champaign?

Champaign is 1h behind Lexington. It is currently 10:18 PM in Lexington and 9:18 PM in Champaign.

Can I drive from Lexington to Champaign?

Yes, the driving distance between Lexington to Champaign is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Lexington to Champaign.

Where can I stay near Champaign?

There are 59+ hotels available in Champaign.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Lexington to Champaign by car, bus, or plane

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Drive, bus
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1. Drive from Lexington to Middletown Station @ Targetcar
2. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
9h 16m
$53–103
Drive 302.9 mi
1. Drive from Lexington to Champaigncar 302.9 mi
5h 28m
$56–80
Fly Blue Grass Airport to University Of Illinois Willard Airport
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane LEX - CMI
7h 3m
$75–375
Drive, bus via Louisville
1. Drive from Lexington to Middletown Station @ Targetcar
2. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
9h 23m
$53–103
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, bus
1. Drive from Lexington to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane SDF - MDW
3. Take the bus from Chicago Midway Airport to Illinois Terminalbus
6h 1m
$109–451
Drive to Covington, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, bus
1. Drive from Lexington to Covington (CVG)car
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane CVG - MDW
3. Take the bus from Chicago Midway Airport to Illinois Terminalbus
5h 55m
$210–442

Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) flights

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Map of how to get from Lexington to Champaign.

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Distance: 318.1 mi
Duration: 9h 16m

What companies run services between Lexington, KY, USA and Champaign, IL, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) every 4 hours.

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