The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE 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 Omaha, NE will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lincoln, NE for Omaha, NE on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.
9:27 AM1h27Lincoln, NE10:54 AMOmaha, NE$231One-way0 transfers
9:27 AM1h27Lincoln, NE10:54 AMOmaha, NE$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE:
A bus is $7 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Omaha, NE take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 28m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $13 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-13.26 (€-10.57). The journey takes 1h 28m versus 1h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:27 AM Lincoln, NE | 1h27 | 10:54 AM Omaha, NE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE
Trains from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 2:25 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lincoln, NE and Omaha, NE from $11 (€9). 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 Omaha, NE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE 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 Omaha, NE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station consists of a single-level building with waiting areas and ticketing services.
- Bus: Omaha Metro Transit Route 13
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