Lincoln, Nebraska to Telluride: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Telluride?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Telluride is 625.2 miles (1006.2 km) as the crow flies. Telluride is located WSW of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 750.2 miles, taking about 15h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Telluride in Colorado.

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 Telluride. 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.