Next departures for Chicago to Lincoln on November 21
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Chicago to Lincoln on November 22
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Next departures for Chicago to Lincoln on November 23
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Next departures for Chicago to Lincoln on November 24
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lincoln
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Chicago to Lincoln on November 25
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Next departures for Chicago to Lincoln on November 26
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lincoln
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lincoln
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Lincoln
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 10 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at $137
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Lincoln, NE, US by bus
How far is Chicago from Lincoln?
Chicago and Lincoln are 471 miles (760 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Lincoln?
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.
What are the best sights and things to do in Lincoln?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/19
$96
11/20
$102
Today
$122
11/22
$90
11/23
$87
11/24
$122
11/25
$142
11/26
$105
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $87
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 $87 to $142 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 $87 which is on 2025-11-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Lincoln, NE, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $87
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
