Lincoln, Nebraska to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

793.4 miles 1276.8 km · straight line
895.9 miles actual route 1441.8 km · driving distance
15h 49min estimated drive time
$86 - $106 estimated fuel cost
~2h 6min flight time
188° S bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from San Antonio?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Antonio is 793.4 miles (1276.8 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located S of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 895.9 miles, taking about 15h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 6min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and San Antonio in Texas.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 49min $86 - $106 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 59min $72–$134* Budget
Train ~20h 34min $108–$314* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, Nebraska & San Antonio

Quick Facts

Lincoln, Nebraska
40.81°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
362m elevation
San Antonio
29.42°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 264 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM