Deadwood to Lincoln, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Deadwood from Lincoln, Nebraska?

The distance from Deadwood to Lincoln, Nebraska is 433.7 miles (698 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, Nebraska is located ESE of Deadwood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 520.5 miles, taking about 10h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Deadwood in South Dakota 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 Deadwood 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.