Bus from Lincoln, NE, US to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lincoln to New York City on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lincoln
New York Port AuthorityCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Lincoln
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Lincoln
GW BridgeNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Lincoln
ChinatownNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lincoln to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours, and with fares starting at just $313, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
1901 kmDistance
48kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$313 - $734Average Duration1d 11h
48kg CO₂e
Average Price$283 - $3,372Average Duration1d 14h
174kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lincoln, NE, US to New York City by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Lincoln to New York City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lincoln to New York City start from $313. The average price for this route is around $358. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Lincoln to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Lincoln to New York City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1901 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Lincoln to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lincoln to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Lincoln to New York City at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lincoln to New York City?

    A bus trip from Lincoln to New York City generates an estimated 48 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-12
$353
12-13
$335
Today
$329
12-15
$346
12-16
$317
12-17
$321
12-18
$321
12-19
$310
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lincoln, NE, US to New York City was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $310

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lincoln, NE, US to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $310 to $353 for a bus ticket from Lincoln, NE, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $310 which is on 2025-12-19.

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