Omaha to Quincy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.3 miles 409.2 km · straight line
336.6 miles actual route 541.7 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
110° ESE bearing direction

How far is Omaha from Quincy?

The distance from Omaha to Quincy is 254.3 miles (409.2 km) as the crow flies. Quincy is located ESE of Omaha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 336.6 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Omaha in Nebraska and Quincy in Illinois.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Omaha and Quincy. 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 Omaha to Quincy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Omaha & Quincy

Quick Facts

Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
Quincy
39.94°N, 91.41°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM