Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US

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Next departures for Washington to Lincoln on October 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
LincolnCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
LincolnFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
LincolnNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
LincolnNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Lincoln

Bus
Average PriceUS$213 - US$383Average Duration1d 16h
42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$237 - US$1,005Average Duration1d 9h
154kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Lincoln

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$213, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 16hAverage Duration
US$213Cheapest ticket
42kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$329
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 16h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure7:30am
Distance1697 km
Latest bus departure5:35pm

Washington to Lincoln Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Lincoln, NE, US

  1. How far is Washington from Lincoln?

    Washington and Lincoln are 1686 km (1046 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Washington to Lincoln?

    Buses departing from Union Station in Washington will take you to Lincoln Bus Depot in Lincoln.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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10-09
US$161
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US$192
10-12
US$261
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on Oct 9, 2025 with a price of US$161

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

You can expect to pay from US$161 to US$261 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$261 which is on 2025-10-12.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Washington to Lincoln.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Washington to Lincoln, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Washington to Lincoln.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Washington to Lincoln while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US?

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Will you be returning to Washington, DC, US by bus?

Bus from Lincoln, NE, US to Washington, DC, US

You can also go to Lincoln, NE, US by train

Train from Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US

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