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How to get to Lincoln by train
- Routes
- 22
- Trips per day
- 26
- train lines
- 2
- Stations
- 1
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Station Information
Popular train stations in Lincoln:
- 277 Pinnacle Arena Dr
What train companies travel to Lincoln, NE?
Located in Nebraska, Lincoln is accessible by train from 22 other cities. You can choose from 26 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Lincoln on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Lincoln are also available.
Train companies serving Lincoln
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 78 | 20 hr, 56 min | $174.02 |
| Amtrak California Zephyr | 22 | 9 hr, 49 min | $149.16 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Amtrak California Zephyr is one of the longest train routes in the United States, spanning from Chicago to Emeryville. With views of the Colorado and Mississippi rivers, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the Rockies, it highlights some of the most stunning views the US has.
Which train carrier has the best service to Lincoln?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Lincoln by train with Amtrak California Zephyr, giving it a 4.5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak California Zephyr had the most comfortable train service to Lincoln, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak California Zephyr at 4.3 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Lincoln punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak California Zephyr has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Lincoln, rating it 2.9 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
$24 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Lincoln, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Lincoln. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Lincoln was $25.50.
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$24
The main train station in Lincoln is 277 Pinnacle Arena Dr. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Lincoln.
The closest airport to Lincoln is Lincoln Airport (LNK), located 4.2 miles from the city center of Lincoln.
Lincoln is the second most popular train destination in Nebraska. Lincoln ranks number 341 among train destinations in the country. Lincoln has the second most train connections in Nebraska. There are 22 direct train schedules arriving in Lincoln each day.
The population of Lincoln is 277,348. It ranks number 2 by population in Nebraska. It ranks number 51 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Lincoln, under 60 miles, can cost as little as $24. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Lincoln starts at $50. A longer trip by train to Lincoln can be as cheap as $57. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $56.
Solo travelers choose to travel by train to Lincoln for its affordable fares and because of the safe and convenient experience that they note in their reviews.
The closest train station to the city center of Lincoln is 277 Pinnacle Arena Dr, located just 1.6 miles away. Select 277 Pinnacle Arena Dr as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Lincoln. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 13 hr, 45 min | $144.80 |
| St Louis | 17 hr, 2 min | $188.24 |
| New York, NY | 1 day, 15 hr, 12 min | $355.75 |
| Sacramento | 1 day, 14 hr, 53 min | $1,216 |
| Denver | 7 hr, 18 min | $142.22 |
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