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Bus Chicago to Lincoln: Trip Overview

Bus Chicago to Lincoln: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$136
Average bus trip duration18h 5m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:10 PM
Latest bus departure10:45 PM

Chicago to Lincoln Buses

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Chicago to Lincoln.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Chicago to Lincoln from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Chicago to Lincoln, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Lincoln

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Lincoln without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The travel time from Chicago to Lincoln is about 18h 5m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 17h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 471 miles (760 km) that separate the two cities.

Chicago and Lincoln are 471 miles (760 km) apart.

Most of the buses traveling from Chicago to Lincoln leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Lincoln Bus Depot. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Chicago to Lincoln by choosing to travel by bus. $94 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Lincoln from Chicago.

The bus ticket costs $136 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $94 and $136, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Lincoln, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Loon Mountain Resort, Franconia Notch State Park, Whale's Tale Water Park, Flume Gorge and Old Man of the Mountain Museum.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Chicago to Lincoln. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chicago to Lincoln but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Lincoln that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Lincoln to Chicago

You can also go to Lincoln by train

Train from Chicago to Lincoln

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