The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO
Cheapest price
$186
Average price
$186
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
715 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO will cost around $186 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $186.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lincoln, NE for Denver, CO on Tue, Nov 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 715 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 8 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a flight costs an average of €188.
Distance: 444 miles (715 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€108 Average price | €75 Average price Cheapest | €398 Average price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:46 AM Lincoln, NE | 8h10 | 1:56 PM Denver, CO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO
Trains from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 18:59. The fastest train covers the 444 miles (715 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 444 miles (715 km) |
Average train duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 10m |
First train 00:46 |
Last train 18:59 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lincoln, NE and Denver, CO from $62 (€50). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Denver, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lincoln, NE to Denver, CO
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Wynkoop Street.
- Snooze an A.M. Eatery
- Mercantile Dining & Provision
- Ultreia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1.00
- The Crawford Hotel
- The Oxford Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and RTD services
- Hall 2: dining and shopping area
- Hall 3: hotel access
- RTD Light Rail: Lines A, B, G
- Bus: Several RTD bus lines available
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