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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | North Platte | Lincoln | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:15 PM CST.
Get from North Platte to Lincoln
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from North Platte to Lincoln, NE, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from North Platte to Lincoln?
The cheapest bus tickets from North Platte to Lincoln start from $63. The average price for this route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from North Platte to Lincoln?
The average bus travel time from North Platte to Lincoln is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 344 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.
Which bus companies service the North Platte to Lincoln route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from North Platte to Lincoln?
The earliest bus departs from North Platte to Lincoln at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 12:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from North Platte to Lincoln?
A bus trip from North Platte to Lincoln generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from North Platte 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 North Platte to Lincoln?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from North Platte 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 North Platte 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.
The cheapest trip from North Platte to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $55To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from North Platte to Lincoln, NE, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $55 to $72 for a bus ticket from North Platte to Lincoln, NE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2026-01-21.
