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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Lexington to Sterling. Traveling by bus from Lexington to Sterling usually takes around 3 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Burlington Trailways bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 182 mi (293 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $57.75 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Lexington to Sterling?
There are 3 bus lines from Lexington to Sterling available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 1 | 3h 20m | $63.00 |
| Express Arrow | 1 | 3h 26m | $127.60 |
| FlixBus US | 2 | 3h 24m | $65.29 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Lexington to Sterling from $63. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Lexington to Sterling and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Sterling. In Lexington, Burlington Trailways departs to Sterling from Lexington . In Sterling, Burlington Trailways arrives at 2170 East Chestnut St .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Lexington to Sterling takes 3 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Sterling.
Book Express Arrow from Lexington to Sterling from $58. Typically there is one Express Arrow schedule per day from Lexington to Sterling and you can expect on average to pay for a Express Arrow ticket to Sterling. In Lexington, Express Arrow departs to Sterling from Lexington . In Sterling, Express Arrow arrives at 2170 East Chestnut St .
An average trip on Express Arrow from Lexington to Sterling takes 3 hours and 26 minutes , while the fastest available Express Arrow trip will get you to Sterling in 3 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Express Arrow offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Sterling.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Lexington to Sterling, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 182 miles from Lexington to Sterling. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 20 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Lexington to Sterling at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Lexington to Sterling, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Lexington?
Main departure station: Lexington
Lexington has two bus stations with service to Sterling.
All bus stations in Lexington:
Lexington
Phillips 66
Where does the bus arrive in Sterling?
Main arrival station: 2170 East Chestnut St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Sterling.
All bus stations in Sterling:
2170 East Chestnut St
2170 E Chestnut St
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