Lincoln to Winnipeg by train
Winnipeg lies 1,011 km (628 mi) north of Lincoln, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 13 h 41 min at the speeds typical of United States and Canada rail, over roughly 1,233 km (766 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lincoln | Winnipeg | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Population | 294,757 | 749,607 |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 245 m (804 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Winnipeg) |
| Stations on record | Rock Island Depot | St. James railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Winnipeg
Crossing from United States into Canada: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (CAD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book trains from Lincoln to Winnipeg
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Staying in Winnipeg
Our booking partner lists 171 places to stay in Winnipeg. Of the 114 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (48). Across 80 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 43,608 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Winnipeg
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Common questions
How far is Winnipeg from Lincoln?
1,011 km (628 mi) in a straight line, north of Lincoln; by road roughly 1,233 km (766 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lincoln to Winnipeg by train?
About 13 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lincoln and Winnipeg?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Winnipeg?
The Dollar (CAD).
Where can I stay in Winnipeg?
Our booking partner lists 171 places to stay in Winnipeg, bookable on this site.
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.