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

The cheapest way to get from Lexington to Columbia is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lexington to Columbia is to drive and fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $140 - $550.

How far is it from Lexington to Columbia?

The distance between Lexington and Columbia is 504 miles. The road distance is 463.2 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Lexington to Columbia, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lexington and Columbia?

Columbia is 1h behind Lexington. It is currently 8:41 PM in Lexington and 7:41 PM in Columbia.

Can I drive from Lexington to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lexington to Columbia is 463 miles. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Lexington to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 50+ hotels available in Columbia.

Lexington to Columbia - 5 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Lexington to Columbia by car, plane, or bus

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Drive to Covington, fly
best
1. Drive from Lexington to Covington (CVG)car
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane CVG - COU
6h
$155–577
Drive 460.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lexington to Columbiacar 460.5 mi
7h 58m
$84–122
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 Columbiabus
14h 31m
$95–173
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Lexington to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane SDF - COU
5h 54m
$144–536
Fly from Blue Grass Airport
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane LEX - COU
7h 30m
$152–667

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

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5h 40mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 501.5 mi
Duration: 6h

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) every 3 hours.

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How to get fromLexington to Columbiaby car, plane, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lexington to Columbia by car, plane, or bus

Drive to Covington, fly

Drive 460.5 mi

Drive, bus

Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly

Fly from Blue Grass Airport