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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln, NE to Chicago is to bus which costs $80 - $160 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln, NE to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $95 - $460.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lincoln Bus Depot and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Lincoln, NE to Chicago?

The distance between Lincoln, NE and Chicago is 493 miles. The road distance is 516.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln, NE to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 11h 30m and costs $80 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Lincoln, NE to Chicago, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Lincoln, NE to Chicago?

The best way to get from Lincoln, NE to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $95 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Lincoln, NE to Chicago bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lincoln, NE to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln, NE to Chicago is 516 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Lincoln, NE to Chicago.

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

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Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Chicago.

Lincoln, NE to Chicago - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lincoln, NE to Chicago by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LNK - ORD
2h 52m
$99–451
Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Lincoln Bus Depot to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
11h 30m
$80–160
Drive 513.1 mi
1. Drive from Lincoln, NE to Chicagocar 513.1 mi
8h 31m
$94–136

Lincoln, NE to Chicago by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 489.7 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Lincoln Bus Depot to Chicago Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $80–160 and the journey takes 11h 30m.

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