Lexington, Virginia
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5) · VA · —
About Area Codes in Lexington, Virginia
Lexington, Virginia is served by area code 540, which was established in 1995 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Eastern time zone (UTC-5). All calls to and from Lexington use the 540 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Lexington, Virginia?
Lexington, Virginia uses area code 540.
What time zone is Lexington in?
Lexington is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Lexington?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Lexington. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 540 created?
Area code 540 was established in 1995 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 540 with Lexington?
Other cities sharing area code 540 with Lexington include Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Covington, Lynchburg, Radford, among others.
Lexington, VA · Eastern Time Zone