Columbus, Ohio to Lincoln, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Lincoln, Nebraska?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Lincoln, Nebraska is 722.8 miles (1163.3 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, Nebraska is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 813.2 miles, taking about 15h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Ohio 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.