What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE is to bus which costs $70 - $140 and takes 11h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE is to fly and line 41 bus which takes 6h and costs $50 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Lincoln, NE?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Lincoln Bus Depot. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Chicago to Lincoln, NE?

The distance between Chicago and Lincoln, NE is 502 miles. The road distance is 515.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Lincoln, NE without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE without a car is to bus which takes 11h 45m and costs $70 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Lincoln, NE bus from?

Chicago to Lincoln, NE bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Lincoln, NE bus arrive?

Chicago to Lincoln, NE bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Lincoln Bus Depot station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Lincoln, NE?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Lincoln, NE is 516 miles. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Chicago to Lincoln, NE.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Lincoln, NE?

Book your Chicago to Lincoln, NE bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lincoln, NE?

There are 95+ hotels available in Lincoln, NE.

Chicago to Lincoln, NE - 6 ways to travel via plane, line 41 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lincoln Municipal Airport, line 41 bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane ORD - LNK
2. Take the bus from Gold's - N Street to Superior & 48th Streetbus
6h
$54–329
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Lincoln Bus Depotbus Greyhound US0123S
11h 45m
$70–140
Drive 512.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Lincoln, NEcar 512.6 mi
8h 29m
$94–136
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA)plane ORD - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln, NEbus
6h 47m
$452–721
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)plane MDW - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln, NEbus
6h 27m
$96–571
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane ORD - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Lincoln, NEcar
6h 27m
$82–370

Chicago to Lincoln, NE by bus (Greyhound)

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11h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 498.7 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Lincoln, NE, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Lincoln Bus Depot once daily. Tickets cost $70–140 and the journey takes 11h 45m.

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How to get fromChicago to Lincoln, NEby plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Lincoln, NE by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lincoln Municipal Airport, line 41 bus

Bus (Greyhound)

Drive 512.6 mi

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Omaha, bus

Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Omaha, bus

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive