New York City to Lexington by bus
Lexington lies 949 km (590 mi) west of New York City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 17 min including stops, over roughly 1,158 km (720 mi) of road.
| New York City | Lexington | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 8.8 million | 320,347 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 298 m (978 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
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Common questions
How far is Lexington from New York City?
949 km (590 mi) in a straight line, west of New York City; by road roughly 1,158 km (720 mi).
How long does it take to get from New York City to Lexington by bus?
About 17 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between New York City and Lexington?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.