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Lincoln to Independence by bus

Independence lies 270 km (168 mi) south-east of Lincoln, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 5 h 6 min including stops, over roughly 329 km (205 mi) of road.

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CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population294,757117,255
Elevation366 m (1,201 ft)319 m (1,047 ft)
Time nowUTC-5 (America/Chicago)UTC-5 (America/Chicago)
Postal codes68501–6858864050–64058

Where to book buses from Lincoln to Independence

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Common questions

How far is Independence from Lincoln?

270 km (168 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Lincoln; by road roughly 329 km (205 mi).

How long does it take to get from Lincoln to Independence by bus?

About 5 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Lincoln and Independence?

No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.