How far is Lexington-Fayette, KY from London, KY?
The driving distance from Lexington-Fayette, KY to London, KY is about 73.8 miles (118.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.9 miles (107.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lexington-Fayette and London.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington-Fayette and London.
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Start on the route
560 ft · 43 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Floyd Drive
937 ft · 26 sec · Floyd Drive
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Turn right onto East New Circle Road
2414 ft · 50 sec · East New Circle Road
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Take the exit slight right toward US 60: Winchester, Lexington
539 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 60 East: Winchester
663 ft · 20 sec
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Continue on Winchester Road
1.8 mi · 2 min · Winchester Road
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Take the exit right
1358 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
68.5 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 80, Hal Rogers Parkway: London, Somerset
1174 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Hal Rogers Parkway
3237 ft · 1 min · Hal Rogers Parkway
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
41 m · 6 sec · East 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lexington-Fayette and London.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Winchester Road
Merge slight left
68.5 mi · 01h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Lexington-Fayette and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near London.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lexington-Fayette to London?
The road trip is about 73.8 miles (118.8 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Berea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37 miles from Lexington-Fayette and 36.8 miles from London.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.9 miles (107.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.80 one way or $19.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lexington-Fayette and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near London.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lexington-Fayette and London. Straight-line distance: 66.86 mi (107.6 km).
#1 Lexington-Fayette
The most populous city in Kentucky and the center of the Lexington-Fayette metropolitan area.
| Population | 314,488 |
| Coordinates | 38.0498000, -84.4585500 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
#2 London
City in Kentucky, United States
| Population | 8,072 |
| Coordinates | 37.1289800, -84.0832600 |
| Altitude | 378 |
| Country | United States |
End: London (-84.08326, 37.12898)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.80 | $19.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.79 | $27.58 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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