The cheapest and fastest buses from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 14 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1257 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
It's difficult to get from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY without transferring at least once.
· · · 7:20 AM31h15Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX3:35 PMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1641One-way3 transfers
· 7:20 PM29h25Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX1:45 AMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1811One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
· · 4:50 PM55h55Irving, DFW Airport, TX1:45 AMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1821One-way5 transfers
· 7:20 PM29h25Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX1:45 AMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1811One-way1 transfer
· · · 7:20 AM31h15Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX3:35 PMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1641One-way3 transfers
FlixBus+
· · 4:50 PM55h55Irving, DFW Airport, TX1:45 AMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1821One-way5 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $190. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $190, and a flight costs an average of $554.
Distance: 781 miles (1257 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$216 Average price Cheapest | $599 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
31h 28m Average total duration 30h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY:
A bus is $383 (€314) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY costing on average $599 (€491).
Other travel options to Lexington, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 30h 58m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 28h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $251 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 31h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 55h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 29h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $207 |
Live departures
Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY buses for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · · | 7:20 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 31h15 | 3:35 PM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 3:30 PM Dallas Downtown | 33h15 | 1:45 AM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:50 PM Irving, DFW Airport, TX | 56h10 | 2:00 AM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 5 transfers | |
· | 7:20 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 29h25 | 1:45 AM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY
Buses from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 30h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $190 (€156) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 14:45, the last at 15:30. The fastest bus covers the 781 miles (1257 km) distance in 28h 25m.
Distance 781 miles (1257 km) |
Average bus duration 30h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $190 (€156) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 28h 25m |
First bus 2:45 PM |
Last bus 3:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lexington, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY
Most Dallas, TX to Lexington, KY buses use the Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station to Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Dallas, TX and Lexington, KY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station from Dallas city centre
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Getting to Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station) from Lexington city centre
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