Trains tickets from Burlington, IA, US to Lincoln, NE, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 22 at
    Departure city: Burlington
    Departure location: Burlington, IA
    Arrival time: August 23 at
    Destination city: Lincoln
    Destination location: Lincoln Station - Haymarket
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 22 at
    Departure city: Burlington
    Departure location: Burlington, IA
    Arrival time: August 23 at
    Destination city: Lincoln
    Destination location: Lincoln Station - Haymarket
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington to Lincoln.

Average Price$139 - $163Average Duration7h 50m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$89 - $89Average Duration7h 2m
43kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Burlington to Lincoln

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
7h 50mAverage Duration
$139Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Burlington, IA, US to Lincoln, NE, US: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$89
Average train trip duration7h 2m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure5:34pm
Distance293 miles (472 km)

Burlington to Lincoln Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Burlington, IA, US to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on Aug 22, 2025 with a price of $84

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Burlington, IA, US to Lincoln, NE, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $84 to $333 for a train ticket from Burlington, IA, US to Lincoln, NE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-08-22.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Burlington to Lincoln is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Lincoln, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Burlington and Lincoln, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Burlington to Lincoln while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

What's the cheapest way to go from Burlington, IA, US to Lincoln, NE, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Burlington, IA, US and Lincoln, NE, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $89 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $89. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lincoln, NE, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Burlington, IA, US to Lincoln, NE, US in about 7h 2m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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