Transportation & Maps
What is the best part of Lincoln being smack dab in the center of the U.S.? It means that we’re in the middle of everywhere. It doesn’t matter if you are arriving on planes, trains or cars, getting to Lincoln is as easy as life here.
Getting To Lincoln
Located within 250 miles of Kansas City and Des Moines, and 500 miles of Denver, Oklahoma City, Chicago, Minneapolis, and St. Louis, Lincoln is never far away no matter where you are.
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In the state of Nebraska, Interstate 80 runs west from Omaha to the Wyoming state border, ultimately ending in San Francisco, California.
Chicago - 520 Miles | 8 Hours
Minneapolis - 430 Miles | 6.5 Hours
Denver - 488 Miles | 7 Hours
Kansas City - 193 Miles | 3 Hours
St. Louis - 442 Miles | 7 Hours
Des Moines - 188 Miles | 3 Hours -
The Lincoln Airport makes travel a breeze, landing you in major international airports with ease. Start your journey here and connect to the world!
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Catch the Amtrak in Lincoln for a journey through the heartland! With westbound departures at 12:14 a.m. and eastbound at 3:26 a.m., it's the perfect way to add a dash of adventure, even in the wee hours.
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Arrow Stage Lines, Burlington Trailways and Windstar Lines makes cruising around Lincoln easy. Sit back, relax and enjoy a comfortable adventure!
Getting Around Lincoln
Navigating Lincoln is a breeze with its well-connected transportation options and friendly layout. Whether you're exploring downtown or venturing to the city's charming neighborhoods, you'll find it easy to get where you need to go.
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BikeLNK offers both classic and electric bikes, providing riders a chance to not only explore downtown but also some of the 134 miles of our award-winning trail system throughout the city.
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For those of us who wouldn’t mind a little more speed, Scooter LNK offers electric scooters for rent to scoot around downtown.
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Downtown Lincoln is within walking distance of the Historic Haymarket District. Offering easy access to restaurants, galleries, bars, boutiques and more.
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Only 25¢
The Downtown Trolley operates Monday through Friday from 6:15 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., every 15 minutes.