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

The cheapest way to get from Lexington to Nashville is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lexington to Nashville is to drive and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $70 - $440.

How far is it from Lexington to Nashville?

The distance between Lexington and Nashville is 241 miles. The road distance is 218.2 miles.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Lexington to Nashville, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lexington and Nashville?

Nashville is 1h behind Lexington. It is currently 7:22 AM in Lexington and 6:22 AM in Nashville.

Can I drive from Lexington to Nashville?

Yes, the driving distance between Lexington to Nashville is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Lexington to Nashville.

Where can I stay near Nashville?

There are 2110+ hotels available in Nashville.

Lexington to Nashville - 6 ways to travel via car, plane, line 31 bus, and bus

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

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Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Lexington to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Nashville (BNA)plane SDF - BNA
3h 19m
$71–433
Drive 216.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lexington to Nashvillecar 216.9 mi
3h 35m
$40–58
Drive, line 31 bus, bus via Louisville
1. Drive from Lexington to Middletown Station @ Targetcar
2. Take the bus from Middletown Station @ Target to S 5th @ W Jeffersonbus 31
3. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
6h 42m
$44–73
Drive to Covington, fly
1. Drive from Lexington to Covington (CVG)car
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Nashville (BNA)plane CVG - BNA
3h 23m
$917–1,024
Drive, line 31 bus, bus
1. Drive from Lexington to Middletown Station @ Targetcar
2. Take the bus from Middletown Station @ Target to S 5th @ W Jeffersonbus 31
3. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
6h 46m
$44–73
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Lexington to Middletown Station @ Targetcar
2. Take the bus from La Tropicana - Louisville, KY to Tornado Bus Co - Nashvillebus Indianapolis
8h 14m
$51–85

Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Nashville (BNA) flights

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Lexington, KY, USA and Nashville, TN, USA?

There is no direct connection from Lexington to Nashville. However, you can drive to Louisville-Airport-SDF airport, fly to Nashville (BNA), walk to Nashville International Airport, then take the line 18 bus to James Robertson Pkwy & 7Th Ave N. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lexington to Nashville via Middletown Station @ Target, S 5th @ W Jefferson, W Jefferson @ S 6th, S Roy Wilkins @ W Muhammad Ali, and Louisville, KY in around 6h 42m.

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