Lincoln, Nebraska to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Madison, Wisconsin is 406.3 miles (653.8 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located ENE of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 487.5 miles, taking about 9h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin.

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 Lincoln, Nebraska and Madison, Wisconsin. 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.