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

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Sioux City?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sioux City is 117.6 miles (189.2 km) as the crow flies. Sioux City is located N of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 147 miles, taking about 2h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Sioux City in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

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