Lincoln, Nebraska to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

372 miles 598.7 km · straight line
434.1 miles actual route 698.6 km · driving distance
7h 43min estimated drive time
$42 - $51 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
187° S bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Oklahoma City is 372 miles (598.7 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located S of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 434.1 miles, taking about 7h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lincoln, Nebraska and Oklahoma City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 43min $42 - $51 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 16min $35–$65* Budget
Train ~7h 20min $52–$152* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, Nebraska & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Lincoln, Nebraska
40.81°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
362m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM