How far is Lexington, KY from Covington, KY?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lexington and Covington is 75.67 miles (121.79 km).
Flight distance from Lexington, KY to Covington, KY is 75.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Lexington to Covington with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Covington, Kentucky is: 86.96 miles (139.95 km) by car.
Driving from Lexington to Covington will take approximately 01 hours 39 minutes.
#1 Lexington
The second most populous city in Kentucky. It is located in central Kentucky. Lexington is known for its horse racing, its many colleges and universities, and its many attractions, such as the Kentucky Horse Park and the University of Kentucky.
| Population | 225366 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°59'19"N 84°28'40"W |
| Latitude | 37.9886900 |
| Longitude | -84.4777200 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Covington
The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky. It is located on the Ohio River in the northern part of the state. Covington is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Covington Historical Society and the Covington Museum.
| Population | 40314 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°5'1"N 84°30'31"W |
| Latitude | 39.0836700 |
| Longitude | -84.5085500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Covington: East 7th Street (-84.50851,39.083683)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lexington and Covington
The distance between Lexington and Covington is 140 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 33 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Lexington and Covington. The current time is 06:45:46.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 53 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.62 liters (3.07 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lexington and Covington.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lexington to Covington is $9.79 (diesel $12.91).
Kentucky gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.19 | $3.67 | $4.07 | $4.21 |
| Total | $9.79 | $11.27 | $12.48 | $12.91 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Kentucky ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.191 (Diesel $4.206) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lexington and Covington (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Ironville, KY to Lexington 118.71 miles (191 km)
Driving distance from Lexington-Fayette, KY to Lexington 6.01 miles (10 km)
