Lincoln, Nebraska to Sheridan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

587.5 miles 945.5 km · straight line
705 miles estimated 1134.6 km · driving distance
14h 11min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
301° WNW bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Sheridan?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sheridan is 587.5 miles (945.5 km) as the crow flies. Sheridan is located WNW of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 705 miles, taking about 14h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Sheridan in Wyoming.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 11min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 1min $56–$106* Budget
Train ~18h 26min $85–$247* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, Nebraska & Sheridan

Quick Facts

Lincoln, Nebraska
40.81°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
362m elevation
Sheridan
44.80°N, 106.96°W
America/Denver
1141m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients