Distance from Dallas to Lincoln by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Dallas (TX) to Lincoln (NE) is 554 miles or 891 kilometers or 481 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Dallas to Lincoln is 640 miles (1030 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 86 miles or 139 km.

Flight distance from Dallas, TX to Lincoln, NE in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Dallas and Lincoln is 554 miles or 891 km.
The nearest airport to Dallas, is Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and the nearest airport to Lincoln, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI).

What is the average flight time from Dallas to Lincoln?

Flight time from Dallas, TX to Lincoln, NE is 1 hours 16 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Dallas to Lincoln Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Dallas, TX to Lincoln, NE

The driving distance from Dallas, Texas to Lincoln, Nebraska is 640 miles or 1030 km.
The total driving distance from Dallas, TX to Lincoln, NE is 640 miles or 1030 kilometers. Your trip begins in Dallas, Texas. It ends in Lincoln, Nebraska.
The driving distance from Dallas, Texas to Lincoln, Nebraska is approximately 640 miles (1030 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 11 to 12 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Dallas, TX to Lincoln, NE

How long is the drive from Dallas, TX to Lincoln, NE?
The total driving time is 11 hours, 20 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Dallas to Lincoln take?
Dallas and Lincoln are 11 hours 20 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 Dallas and Lincoln

Time difference between Dallas (TX) and Lincoln (NE) is 2 Hours.
Lincoln time is 2 Hours behind Dallas.

Current local time in DallasCurrent local time in Lincoln
2025-12-19, 14:01:11 EST2025-12-19, 12:01:11 MST
How Far is it Between Dallas Texas, USA and Lincoln Nebraska, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 640 mi 1030 km 555.78 nmi
Straight line distance 554 mi 891 km 481 nmi
Difference 86 mi 139 km 74 nmi

Dallas Details

Dallas is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 47' 36'' Longitude: W 96° 45' 59.4''
Latitude32.79333
Longitude-96.76651
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Dallas

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Lincoln Details

Lincoln is located in Nebraska, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 40° 47' 60'' Longitude: W 96° 40' 1.1''
Latitude40.8
Longitude-96.66696
StateNebraska
Nearest airports to Lincoln

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Dallas, TX and Lincoln, NE
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 21 hours 27 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 16 hours 5 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 14 hours 18 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 12 hours 52 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 11 hours 42 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 10 hours 43 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 9 hours 54 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 9 hours 11 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 8 hours 35 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 8 hours 2 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 7 hours 34 minutes