What is the cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Lincoln?

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Lincoln is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rapid City to Lincoln?

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Lincoln is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $85 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Lincoln, NE via Sioux Falls and Omaha, NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 44m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Lincoln?

The distance between Rapid City and Lincoln is 411 miles. The road distance is 514.8 miles.

How do I travel from Rapid City to Lincoln without a car?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Lincoln without a car is to bus which takes 12h 44m and costs $150 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Rapid City to Lincoln?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Rapid City to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rapid City to Lincoln bus from?

Rapid City to Lincoln bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Rapid City station.

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Lincoln is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $85 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $230 and takes 12h 44m.

Where does the Rapid City to Lincoln bus arrive?

Rapid City to Lincoln bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Sioux Falls station.

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Lincoln?

Lincoln is 1h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 4:27 AM in Rapid City and 5:27 AM in Lincoln.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Lincoln is 515 miles. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Rapid City to Lincoln.

Where can I stay near Lincoln?

There are 84+ hotels available in Lincoln.

Rapid City to Lincoln - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly Rapid City to Lincoln Municipal Airport
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1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane RAP - LNK
6h 37m
$87–417
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Omahabus
3. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln, NEbus
12h 44m
$157–226
Drive 511.8 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Lincolncar 511.8 mi
8h 58m
$94–135
Fly Rapid City to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Omaha (OMA)plane RAP - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln, NEbus
8h 52m
$137–603
Bus to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Gillettebus
2. Fly from Gillette-Campbell County Airport (GCC) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane GCC - LNK
8h 45m
$129–473
Fly Rapid City to Kearney Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR)plane RAP - EAR
2. Take the bus from Kearney to Lincoln, NEbus
9h 4m
$183–526

Rapid City (RAP) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) flights

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6h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 408.4 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Rapid City, SD, USA and Lincoln, NE, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Lincoln via Sioux Falls, Omaha, NE, and Lincoln, NE in around 12h 44m.

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

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

Fly Rapid City to Lincoln Municipal Airport

Bus

Drive 511.8 mi

Fly Rapid City to Omaha, bus

Bus to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport

Fly Rapid City to Kearney Municipal Airport, bus