How to travel from Santa Fe to Lexington, United States of America

The distance between Santa Fe and Lexington is around 1,360 miles (2,189km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 25m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Santa Fe to Lexington 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 LexingtonSanta Fe if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Santa Fe (SAF) to Lexington (LEX).

  • Duration5h 25m
  • Flight time3h 60m
  • Typical cost
    $405
Operated by

American Airlines

2 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Albuquerque International Sunport Drop-Off then Dayton Trotwood and then to Lexington.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $290
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Chicago Union Station and then to Indianapolis then take the bus to Louisville and then to Lexington KY.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $270
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Lexington.

  • Duration21h 55m
  • Distance1,370 miles (2,205km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Santa Fe and Lexington

There are several options for getting from Santa Fe to Lexington by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around $270 and will take around 1 day 9h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $405.

The distance between Santa Fe and Lexington is around 1,360 miles (2,189km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,194 miles (1,921km)

It takes around 5h 25m to get from Santa Fe and Lexington by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 21h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Santa Fe to Lexington is to fly which takes around 5h 25m and will set you back approx $405.

The cheapest way to travel between Santa Fe and Lexington, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around $270 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Santa Fe and Lexington. We recommend that you fly from Santa Fe (SAF) to Lexington (LEX). instead which will take 5h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Santa Fe and Lexington. It typically takes around 1 day 12h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Santa Fe to Lexington. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Albuquerque International Sunport Drop-Off, A.T.C. , Dayton Trotwood and Lexington. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 12h.

Groome Transportation and Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Santa Fe and Lexington. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 12h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Santa Fe and Lexington. Flights depart from Santa Fe (SAF) and arrive at Lexington (LEX) - via Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW). The flight takes around 3h 60m.

There is no direct flight from Santa Fe to Lexington. There is however a flight that goes via Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW). This services will take at least 5h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Santa Fe to Lexington typically takes around 3h 60m. Flights depart from Santa Fe (SAF) and and arrive into Lexington (LEX).

The closest major airport to Lexington is Blue Grass Airport (LEX) (LEX) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Lexington. Louisville International Airport (SDF) (SDF) and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) (CVG) 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 Santa Fe and Lexington. The distance is around 1,370 miles (2,205km) by road and it will take around 21h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Santa Fe to Lexington is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 25m and will usually cost around $405.

How do I get from Santa Fe to Lexington

Compare travel optionsbetween Santa Fe and Lexington

Transport options from Santa Fe to Lexington
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
5h 25m
$405
every 3 hours2,189km (1,360 miles)
Plane and Bus6h 40m
$425
4 times a day2,229km (1,385 miles)
Fly to Covington (CVG), Bus6h 50m
$390
once daily2,376km (1,476 miles)
Bus
1 day 12h
$290
once daily2,634km (1,637 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 9h
$270
6 times a week2,710km (1,684 miles)
Drive
21h 55m
$135
on demand2,205km (1,370 miles)

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Airports near Lexington

The following major airports near Lexington offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

LEX
Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6 miles (9km) from Lexington
SDF
Louisville International Airport (SDF)
International Airport
Distance
68 miles (109km) from Lexington
CVG
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
International Airport
Distance
70 miles (113km) from Lexington