Train from Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Washington to Lincoln on 24 January
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Union Station
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Union Station
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Union Station
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AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Lincoln Station - HaymarketNo tags
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Union Station
Lincoln Station - HaymarketNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 1 day, 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just €120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 10hAverage duration
1697 kmDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€120 - €242Average duration1d 10h
42kg CO₂e
Average price€211 - €1,631Average duration1d 13h
154kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Lincoln?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lincoln start from €211. The average price for this train route is around €286. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Lincoln?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Lincoln is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1693 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Lincoln route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Lincoln?

    The earliest train from Washington to Lincoln departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of €413

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