Colorado Springs to Lincoln, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

451.8 miles 727.1 km · straight line
555.6 miles actual route 894.2 km · driving distance
9h 30min estimated drive time
$53 - $66 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Lincoln, Nebraska?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Lincoln, Nebraska is 451.8 miles (727.1 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, Nebraska is located ENE of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 555.6 miles, taking about 9h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Colorado Springs and Lincoln, Nebraska. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Colorado Springs to Lincoln, Nebraska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 30min $53 - $66 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 24min $44–$83* Budget
Train ~9h 2min $67–$194* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Lincoln, Nebraska

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m 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 151 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM