What is the cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln?

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln is to bus via Des Moines which costs $110 - $210 and takes 15h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln?

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln is to fly which takes 7h 25m and costs $85 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis station to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Lincoln Bus Depot via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 39m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Lincoln?

The distance between Indianapolis and Lincoln is 583 miles. The road distance is 638.9 miles.

How do I travel from Indianapolis to Lincoln without a car?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln without a car is to bus via Des Moines which takes 15h 39m and costs $110 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Lincoln bus from?

Indianapolis to Lincoln bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Bus or fly from Indianapolis to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln is to fly which takes 7h 25m and costs $85 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus via Des Moines, which costs $110 - $210 and takes 15h 39m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Lincoln bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Lincoln bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Lincoln?

Lincoln is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 9:33 PM in Indianapolis and 8:33 PM in Lincoln.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Lincoln is 639 miles. It takes approximately 10h 41m to drive from Indianapolis to Lincoln.

How do I get a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Lincoln?

Book your Indianapolis to Lincoln bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lincoln?

There are 90+ hotels available in Lincoln.

Indianapolis to Lincoln - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Indianapolis to Lincoln by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, train, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly Indianapolis to Lincoln Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane IND - LNK
7h 25m
$88–464
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane ORD - LNK
8h 52m
$87–385
Bus via Des Moines (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Lincoln Bus Depotbus Greyhound US0123S
15h 39m
$115–207
Drive 635.2 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Lincolncar 635.2 mi
10h 41m
$116–168
Fly Indianapolis to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Omaha (OMA)plane IND - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln Bus Depotbus
9h 18m
$156–670
Train to Purdue University Airport, fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane LAF - LNK
11h 24m
$91–412
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Lincoln Bus Depotbus Greyhound US0123S
16h 34m
$121–219
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Lincoln Bus Depotbus Greyhound US0123S
18h 3m
$154–300

Indianapolis (IND) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) flights

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5h 13mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 580.1 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Lincoln, NE, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lincoln via Des Moines and Lincoln Bus Depot in around 15h 39m.

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