Lincoln, Nebraska to Rexburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

797.1 miles 1282.8 km · straight line
956.5 miles estimated 1539.4 km · driving distance
19h 15min estimated drive time
$92 - $113 estimated fuel cost
~2h 6min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Rexburg?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Rexburg is 797.1 miles (1282.8 km) as the crow flies. Rexburg is located WNW of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 956.5 miles, taking about 19h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 6min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Rexburg in Idaho.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 15min $92 - $113 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 6min $77–$143* Budget
Train ~25h 2min $115–$335* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, Nebraska & Rexburg

Quick Facts

Lincoln, Nebraska
40.81°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
362m elevation
Rexburg
43.83°N, 111.79°W
America/Boise
1483m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 266 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients