Lexington, NE Road Trips
Drivers starting from Lexington, NE have 2 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Great Plains. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 217-mile quick runs to 229-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Lexington, NE head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
235.8 mi
Blair, NE
Quickest Drive
3h 45m
La Vista, NE
Plan Around Lexington, NE
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Lexington, NE is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Lexington, NE
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Lexington, NE
Driving from Lexington, NE
Expect an average of 223 miles and about 4h 6m behind the wheel when leaving Lexington, NE. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 229 miles (4h 19m), while the shortest is just 217 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Lexington, NE are Wayne, NE (228.5 mi, 4h 19m) and Plattsmouth, NE (217.2 mi, 3h 53m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 223-mile drive from Lexington, NE, expect to burn about 8.8 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Lexington, NE and 3 routes heading into Lexington, NE, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 217 to 229 miles.
The longest mapped route from Lexington, NE covers 229 miles and takes approximately 4h 19m. Shorter options start at just 217 miles.
The average route from Lexington, NE runs about 223 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 6m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Lexington, NE include Wayne, NE and Plattsmouth, NE. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Lexington, NE by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
10,693
Median Income
$62,364
Median Home Value
$155,200
Median Age
30.9
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Notable People from Lexington, NE
A sampling of people born in Lexington, NE.
Bill Barrett
1929–2016
United States Navy sailor and politician (1929-2016)
Mick Tingelhoff
1940–2021
player of American football (1940–2021)
Aage Brix
1894–1963
American soccer player (1894-1963)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Lexington, NE.
Dawson County Courthouse
courthouse in Nebraska, United States
Ira Webster Olive House
house in Lexington, Nebraska
City data from Wikidata (Q959410), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Trips to Lexington, NE
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