What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Paul to Lincoln?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Paul to Lincoln is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Paul to Lincoln?

The fastest way to get from Saint Paul to Lincoln is to fly and bus which takes 6h 22m and costs $550 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Paul and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Paul to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Saint Paul Union Depot and arriving at Lincoln Bus Depot via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

How far is it from Saint Paul to Lincoln?

The distance between Saint Paul and Lincoln is 354 miles. The road distance is 399.7 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Paul to Lincoln without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Paul to Lincoln without a car is to bus which takes 11h 14m and costs $80 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Saint Paul to Lincoln?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Saint Paul to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Paul to Lincoln bus from?

Saint Paul to Lincoln bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Bus or fly from Saint Paul to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Saint Paul to Lincoln is to bus which takes 11h 14m and costs $80 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $90 - $490 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Saint Paul to Lincoln bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saint Paul to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Paul to Lincoln is 400 miles. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Saint Paul to Lincoln.

How do I get a bus ticket from Saint Paul to Lincoln?

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Where can I stay near 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, NEbus
6h 22m
$578–990
Drive 397.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint Paul to Lincolncar 397.4 mi
7h 36m
$73–105
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Lincoln Bus Depotbus Greyhound US0123S
11h 14m
$80–145
Fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane MSP - LNK
7h 21m
$93–484
Bus via Sioux Falls
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Omahabus
3. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Lincoln, NEbus
15h 17m
$151–224

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

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 352.2 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Lincoln via Des Moines and Lincoln Bus Depot in around 11h 14m. 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 fromSaint Paul to Lincolnby plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

Fly to Omaha, bus

Drive 397.4 mi

Bus (Greyhound)

Fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport

Bus via Sioux Falls