Crater Lake to Lincoln, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.6 miles 448.3 km · straight line
348.2 miles estimated 560.4 km · driving distance
7h 0min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
170° S bearing direction

How far is Crater Lake from Lincoln, California?

The distance from Crater Lake to Lincoln, California is 278.6 miles (448.3 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, California is located S of Crater Lake. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348.2 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Crater Lake in Oregon and Lincoln, California in California.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Crater Lake and Lincoln, California. 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 Crater Lake to Lincoln, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 0min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 24min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 39min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Crater Lake & Lincoln, California

Quick Facts

Crater Lake
42.87°N, 122.17°W
America/Los_Angeles
1883m elevation
Lincoln, California
38.89°N, 121.29°W
America/Los_Angeles
51m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients