Appleton to Lincoln, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

484.2 miles 779.2 km · straight line
581 miles estimated 935 km · driving distance
11h 41min estimated drive time
$56 - $69 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
243° WSW bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Lincoln, Nebraska?

The distance from Appleton to Lincoln, Nebraska is 484.2 miles (779.2 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, Nebraska is located WSW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 581 miles, taking about 11h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton and Lincoln, Nebraska. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Appleton to Lincoln, Nebraska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 41min $56 - $69 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 1min $46–$87* Budget
Train ~11h 6min $70–$203* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Lincoln, Nebraska

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Lincoln, Nebraska
40.81°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
362m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 161 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 51.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients