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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Bismarck is to drive which costs $110 - $160 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Bismarck is to fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $140 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln and Bismarck?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln to Bismarck. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Bus Depot and arriving at Bismarck via Omaha, Sioux Falls and Fargo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Bismarck?

The distance between Lincoln and Bismarck is 471 miles. The road distance is 609.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Bismarck without a car is to bus which takes 15h 10m and costs $210 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Lincoln to Bismarck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Bismarck bus from?

Lincoln to Bismarck bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lincoln Bus Depot station.

Bus or fly from Lincoln to Bismarck?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Bismarck is to fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $310 and takes 15h 10m.

Where does the Lincoln to Bismarck bus arrive?

Lincoln to Bismarck bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Omaha, NE station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Bismarck?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Bismarck is 609 miles. It takes approximately 10h 18m to drive from Lincoln to Bismarck.

Where can I stay near Bismarck?

There are 33+ hotels available in Bismarck.

Lincoln to Bismarck - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lincoln to Bismarck by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS)plane LNK - BIS
6h 6m
$140–702
Drive 605.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lincoln to Bismarckcar 605.5 mi
10h 18m
$111–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lincoln Bus Depot to Omaha, NEbus
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Sioux Fallsbus
3. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Fargobus
4. Take the bus from Fargo to Bismarckbus
15h 10m
$212–305
Bus to Omaha, fly
1. Take the bus from Lincoln Bus Depot to Omaha, NEbus
2. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS)plane OMA - BIS
7h 56m
$139–527
Bus to Kearney Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lincoln, NE to Kearneybus
2. Fly from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS)plane EAR - BIS
9h 8m
$187–550

Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) flights

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6h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 468.5 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Lincoln, NE, USA and Bismarck, ND, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lincoln to Bismarck via Lincoln Bus Depot, Omaha, Sioux Falls, and Fargo in around 15h 10m.

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How to get fromLincoln to Bismarckby plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lincoln to Bismarck by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport

Drive 605.5 mi

Bus

Bus to Omaha, fly

Bus to Kearney Municipal Airport, fly