Jackson, Tennessee to Lincoln, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson, Tennessee from Lincoln, Nebraska?

The distance from Jackson, Tennessee to Lincoln, Nebraska is 558.6 miles (898.9 km) as the crow flies. Lincoln, Nebraska is located NW of Jackson, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 670.3 miles, taking about 13h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee 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 Jackson, Tennessee 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.