Lincoln to Columbia by bus
Columbia lies 423 km (263 mi) south-east of Lincoln, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 50 min including stops, over roughly 516 km (321 mi) of road.
| Lincoln | Columbia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 294,757 | 129,330 |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 219 m (719 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 68501–68588 | 65201–65218 |
Where to book buses from Lincoln to Columbia
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Staying in Columbia
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Common questions
How far is Columbia from Lincoln?
423 km (263 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Lincoln; by road roughly 516 km (321 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lincoln to Columbia by bus?
About 7 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lincoln and Columbia?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.