Air Travel
- Companies: Delta Airlines, United Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 8 hours (including layovers)
- Distance: 1,200 miles
- Costs: $400 - $600 (varies based on booking time and season)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book a flight earliest in the morning to minimize the chances of delays and make sure you have ample time for connections.
For this journey from Lexington, KY to Ashern, Canada, I recommend flying as the most efficient mode of transport. Start your journey at Blue Grass Airport (LEX) and typically you will have a layover in a major hub such as Atlanta (ATL) or Chicago (ORD) before flying into Winnipeg (YWG). From Winnipeg, rent a car or take a bus for the final drive to Ashern, which is about 105 miles north and will take approximately 2 hours.
Road Travel (Alternative Option)
- Companies: Personal car or rental options from companies like Hertz, Enterprise.
- Duration: Approximately 21 hours (not accounting for breaks)
- Distance: 1,350 miles
- Costs: ~$150 for gas, ~$50-$100 per day for rental, plus lodging (~$100 per night depending on the duration)
- Roads/Routes: Use I-75 N to I-69 N towards Canada, then merge onto Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1) as you enter Canada.
Pro Tip: Plan your route with resting spots ahead of time and consider using an app that finds scenic routes along the way for a more enjoyable journey.
If you enjoy driving and have the time for a road trip, this alternative offers beautiful scenery, but allows for frequent stops to explore cities along the way.