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

The cheapest way to get from Minneapolis to Lincoln is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minneapolis to Lincoln is to fly and bus which takes 6h 14m and costs $600 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Minneapolis and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Minneapolis station to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Minneapolis Bus Station and arriving at Lincoln Bus Depot via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

How far is it from Minneapolis to Lincoln?

The distance between Minneapolis and Lincoln is 354 miles. The road distance is 395.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minneapolis to Lincoln without a car is to bus which takes 11h 54m and costs $80 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Minneapolis to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minneapolis to Lincoln bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Minneapolis to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Minneapolis to Lincoln is to bus which takes 11h 54m and costs $80 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $490 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Minneapolis to Lincoln bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Minneapolis to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Minneapolis to Lincoln is 396 miles. It takes approximately 7h 30m to drive from Minneapolis to Lincoln.

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

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Where can I stay near Lincoln?

There are 84+ hotels available in Lincoln.

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Fly to Omaha, bus
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Omaha (OMA)plane MSP - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln Bus Depotbus
6h 14m
$606–1,020
Drive 393.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Lincolncar 393.6 mi
7h 30m
$72–104
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Lincoln Bus Depotbus Greyhound US0123S
11h 54m
$83–148
Fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane MSP - LNK
7h 13m
$98–484
Bus via Sioux Falls
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Omahabus
3. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln Bus Depotbus
12h 9m
$171–236

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Omaha (OMA) flights

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Distance: 351.6 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Minneapolis, MN, USA and Lincoln, NE, USA?

You can take a bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Lincoln via Des Moines and Lincoln Bus Depot in around 11h 54m. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) every 2 hours.

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How to get fromMinneapolis to Lincolnby plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

Fly to Omaha, bus

Drive 393.6 mi

Bus (Greyhound)

Fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport

Bus via Sioux Falls