Dayton to Lincoln, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

662.8 miles 1066.7 km · straight line
795.4 miles estimated 1280 km · driving distance
16h 0min estimated drive time
$77 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Dayton from Lincoln, Nebraska?

The distance from Dayton to Lincoln, Nebraska is 662.8 miles (1066.7 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, Nebraska is located W of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 795.4 miles, taking about 16h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in United States — Dayton 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 Dayton 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 Dayton to Lincoln, Nebraska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 0min $77 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 12min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~20h 48min $95–$278* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dayton & Lincoln, Nebraska

Quick Facts

Dayton
39.76°N, 84.19°W
America/New_York
225m 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 221 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients