Driving from Phoenix to Lincoln
Lincoln lies 1,588 km (987 mi) north-east of Phoenix, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 21 h 32 min without stops, over roughly 1,938 km (1,204 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Phoenix | Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.7 million | 294,757 |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 366 m (1,201 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 85001–85098 | 68501–68588 |
Clocks in Lincoln are 2 h ahead of Phoenix right now, so a 21 h 32 min journey lands 23 h 32 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Lincoln from Phoenix?
1,588 km (987 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Phoenix; by road roughly 1,938 km (1,204 mi).
How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Lincoln by car?
About 21 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Phoenix and Lincoln?
Lincoln is 2 h ahead at the moment (America/Chicago against America/Phoenix).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.