How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Lincoln?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Lincoln start at R 1 150. The average price for this route is around R 1 386. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Lincoln?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Lincoln is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 760 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Burlington Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Lincoln route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Burlington Trailways .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Lincoln?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Lincoln at 11:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Lincoln?

A bus trip from Chicago to Lincoln produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Lincoln?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Lincoln?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Lincoln?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Lincoln?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Lincoln from R 1 029 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Lincoln on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	23:55	Lincoln	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 54m	23:55	Lincoln	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 50m	23:55	Lincoln	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Lincoln on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 54m	23:55	Lincoln	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 50m	23:55	Lincoln	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	23:55	Lincoln	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Lincoln on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 54m	23:55	Lincoln	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 50m	23:55	Lincoln	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	23:55	Lincoln	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Lincoln

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

12h 50mAverage duration

760 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 150 - R 3 275	Average duration12h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 051 - R 5 956	Average duration14h 56m	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Lincoln?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Lincoln

A
Lincoln Bus Depot
5250 Superior St, Lincoln, NE 68504

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 490 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lincoln, NE, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Lincoln?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Lincoln start at R 1 150. The average price for this route is around R 1 386. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Lincoln?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Lincoln is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 760 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Lincoln route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Lincoln?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Lincoln at 11:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Lincoln?
A bus trip from Chicago to Lincoln produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Lincoln?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Lincoln?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Lincoln?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Lincoln?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/01

R 1 940

07/01

R 1 838

Today

R 1 670

09/01

R 1 232

10/01

R 1 198

11/01

R 1 232

12/01

R 1 113

13/01

R 1 046

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 046

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 046 to R 2 555 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lincoln, NE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 046, which is on 2026-01-13.