Cincinnati to Lincoln, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cincinnati from Lincoln, Nebraska?

The distance from Cincinnati to Lincoln, Nebraska is 655.8 miles (1055.4 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, Nebraska is located WNW of Cincinnati. By car, the driving distance is approximately 787 miles, taking about 15h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Cincinnati in Ohio and Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Cincinnati 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.