How to travel from Lexington to Omaha, United States of America
The distance between Lexington and Omaha is around 774 miles (1,246km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 45m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Lexington to Omaha by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Omaha → Lexington if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Lexington (LEX) to Omaha (OMA).
- Duration4h 45m
- Flight time3h 35m
- Typical cost$300
Delta
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Louisville KY and then to Indianapolis then take the train to Chicago Union Station then take the bus to Omaha Ne.
- Duration19h 10m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost$215
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lexington and Omaha
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lexington to Omaha by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around $215 and will take around 19h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $300.
The distance between Lexington and Omaha is around 774 miles (1,246km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 647 miles (1,042km)
It takes around 4h 45m to get from Lexington and Omaha by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 55m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Lexington to Omaha is to fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx $300.
The cheapest way to travel between Lexington and Omaha, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around $215 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Lexington and Omaha. We recommend that you fly from Lexington (LEX) to Omaha (OMA). instead which will take 4h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lexington and Omaha. We recommend that you fly from Lexington (LEX) to Omaha (OMA). instead which will take 4h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Lexington and Omaha. Flights depart from Lexington (LEX) and arrive at Omaha (OMA) - via Detroit (DTW). The flight takes around 3h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Lexington to Omaha. There is however a flight that goes via Detroit (DTW). This services will take at least 4h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Lexington to Omaha typically takes around 3h 35m. Flights depart from Lexington (LEX) and and arrive into Omaha (OMA).
The closest major airport to Omaha is Lincoln Airport (LNK) (LNK) which is approximately 82km (51 miles) from Omaha. Des Moines International Airport (DSM) (DSM) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) (MCI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Lexington and Omaha. The distance is around 774 miles (1,246km) by road and it will take around 12h 55m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lexington to Omaha is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around $300.
Compare travel optionsbetween Lexington and Omaha
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 4h 45m | $300 | once daily | 1,552km (964 miles) |
| Bus to Louisville, KY, Fly | 5h 55m | $280 | once daily | 1,276km (793 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 6h 15m | $345 | once daily | 1,259km (782 miles) |
Bus and Train | 19h 10m | $215 | 6 times a week | 1,437km (893 miles) |
Drive | 12h 55m | $77 | on demand | 1,246km (774 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Lexington and Omaha
Bus companies
Greyhound USA
Hoosier Ride
Burlington Trailways
Jefferson Lines
Airlines
Delta
American Airlines
United Airlines
Southwest Airlines
Airports near Omaha
The following major airports near Omaha offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.
Lincoln Airport (LNK)
- Distance
- 51 miles (82km) from Omaha
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
- Distance
- 120 miles (193km) from Omaha
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
- Distance
- 150 miles (242km) from Omaha