Lincoln, Nebraska to Moorhead: Road Trip Guide & Distance

418.7 miles 673.9 km · straight line
502.5 miles estimated 808.7 km · driving distance
10h 7min estimated drive time
$48 - $60 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
360° N bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Moorhead?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Moorhead is 418.7 miles (673.9 km) as the crow flies. Moorhead is located N of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 502.5 miles, taking about 10h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Moorhead in Minnesota.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lincoln, Nebraska and Moorhead. 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 Lincoln, Nebraska to Moorhead

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 7min $48 - $60 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 8min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~9h 37min $60–$176* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, Nebraska & Moorhead

Quick Facts

Lincoln, Nebraska
40.81°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
362m elevation
Moorhead
46.87°N, 96.77°W
America/Chicago
276m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 140 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients