Fargo to Lincoln by train
Lincoln lies 676 km (420 mi) south of Fargo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 9 h 9 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 825 km (512 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Fargo | Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 118,523 | 294,757 |
| Elevation | 279 m (915 ft) | 366 m (1,201 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Fargo Railway Station, Northern Pacific Railway Depot | Rock Island Depot |
| Postal codes | 58102–58126 | 68501–68588 |
Where to book trains from Fargo to Lincoln
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Common questions
How far is Lincoln from Fargo?
676 km (420 mi) in a straight line, south of Fargo; by road roughly 825 km (512 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fargo to Lincoln by train?
About 9 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fargo and Lincoln?
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.