Distance from Detroit to Lexington-Fayette by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Lexington-Fayette (KY) is 306 miles or 491 kilometers or 265 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Lexington-Fayette is 341 miles (549 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 35 miles or 58 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Lexington-Fayette, KY in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Lexington-Fayette is 306 miles or 491 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Lexington-Fayette, is Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).

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

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Lexington-Fayette, KY is 0 hours 42 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Lexington-Fayette Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Lexington-Fayette, KY

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky is 341 miles or 549 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Lexington-Fayette, KY is 341 miles or 549 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky is approximately 341 miles (549 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 6 to 7 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Lexington-Fayette, KY

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Lexington-Fayette, KY?
The total driving time is 6 hours, 29 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Lexington-Fayette take?
Detroit and Lexington-Fayette are 6 hours 29 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 Detroit and Lexington-Fayette

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Lexington-Fayette (KY) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Lexington-Fayette
2025-12-21, 20:55:50 EST2025-12-21, 20:55:50 EST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Lexington-Fayette Kentucky, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 341 mi 549 km 296.12 nmi
Straight line distance 306 mi 491 km 265 nmi
Difference 35 mi 58 km 31 nmi

Detroit Details

Detroit is located in Michigan, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 19' 53.1'' Longitude: W 83° 2' 44.7''
Latitude42.33143
Longitude-83.04575
StateMichigan
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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
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Lexington-Fayette, KY
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 11 hours 26 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 8 hours 34 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 7 hours 37 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 6 hours 51 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 6 hours 14 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 5 hours 43 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 5 hours 16 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 4 hours 54 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 4 hours 34 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 4 hours 17 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 4 hours 2 minutes