Distance from Chicago to Lincoln by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Lincoln (NE) is 472 miles or 759 kilometers or 410 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Lincoln is 520 miles (838 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 48 miles or 79 km.

Chicago to Lincoln Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Lincoln, NE
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Lincoln, NE, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Lincoln, Nebraska is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Lincoln, NE

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Lincoln, Nebraska is 520 miles or 838 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Lincoln, NE is 520 miles or 838 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Lincoln, Nebraska.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Lincoln, Nebraska is approximately 520 miles (838 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Lincoln, NE

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Lincoln, NE?
The total driving time is 9 hours, 42 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Lincoln take?
Chicago and Lincoln are 9 hours 42 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Lincoln

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Lincoln (NE) is 1 Hours.
Lincoln time is 1 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Lincoln
2025-12-19, 13:02:00 CST	2025-12-19, 12:02:00 MST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Lincoln Nebraska, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Lincoln, NE in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	520 mi	838 km	451.57 nmi
Straight line distance	472 mi	759 km	410 nmi
Difference	48 mi	79 km	41 nmi

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