Lincoln, Nebraska to Sherman: Road Trip Guide & Distance

496 miles 798.2 km · straight line
595.1 miles estimated 957.8 km · driving distance
11h 58min estimated drive time
$57 - $70 estimated fuel cost
~1h 30min flight time
179° S bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Sherman?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sherman is 496 miles (798.2 km) as the crow flies. Sherman is located S of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 595.1 miles, taking about 11h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Sherman in Texas.

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 Sherman. 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 Sherman

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 58min $57 - $70 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 30min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 22min $48–$89* Budget
Train ~11h 22min $71–$208* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, Nebraska & Sherman

Quick Facts

Lincoln, Nebraska
40.81°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
362m elevation
Sherman
33.64°N, 96.61°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 165 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients