Distance from Indianapolis to Lexington-Fayette by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Indianapolis (IN) to Lexington-Fayette (KY) is 150 miles or 242 kilometers or 131 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Indianapolis to Lexington-Fayette is 189 miles (305 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 39 miles or 63 km.

Flight distance from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington-Fayette, KY in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Indianapolis and Lexington-Fayette is 150 miles or 242 km.
The nearest airport to Indianapolis, is Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and the nearest airport to Lexington-Fayette, is Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).

What is the average flight time from Indianapolis to Lexington-Fayette?

Flight time from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington-Fayette, KY is 0 hours 20 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Indianapolis to Lexington-Fayette Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Indianapolis, IN and Lexington-Fayette, KY
This map shows the distance from Indianapolis, IN, Usa to Lexington-Fayette, KY, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Indianapolis, Indiana to Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky is displayed below.

Driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington-Fayette, KY

The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky is 189 miles or 305 km.
The total driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington-Fayette, KY is 189 miles or 305 kilometers. Your trip begins in Indianapolis, Indiana. It ends in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky.
The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky is approximately 189 miles (305 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 3 to 4 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington-Fayette, KY

How long is the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington-Fayette, KY?
The total driving time is 3 hours, 35 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Indianapolis to Lexington-Fayette take?
Indianapolis and Lexington-Fayette are 3 hours 35 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Indianapolis and Lexington-Fayette

Time difference between Indianapolis (IN) and Lexington-Fayette (KY) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in IndianapolisCurrent local time in Lexington-Fayette
2025-12-21, 08:35:31 EST2025-12-21, 08:35:31 EST
How Far is it Between Indianapolis Indiana, USA and Lexington-Fayette Kentucky, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Indianapolis, IN and Lexington-Fayette, KY in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 189 mi 305 km 164.13 nmi
Straight line distance 150 mi 242 km 131 nmi
Difference 39 mi 63 km 33 nmi

Indianapolis Details

Indianapolis is located in Indiana, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 46' 40.8'' Longitude: W 86° 8' 45''
Latitude39.778
Longitude-86.14584
StateIndiana
Nearest airports to Indianapolis

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Lexington-Fayette Details

Lexington-Fayette is located in Kentucky, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 38° 2' 59.3'' Longitude: W 84° 27' 30.8''
Latitude38.0498
Longitude-84.45855
StateKentucky
Nearest airports to Lexington-Fayette

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Indianapolis, IN and Lexington-Fayette, KY
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 6 hours 21 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 4 hours 45 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 4 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 3 hours 48 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 3 hours 27 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 3 hours 10 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 2 hours 55 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 2 hours 43 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 2 hours 32 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 2 hours 22 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 2 hours 14 minutes