Driving distance from Lincoln, NE to Seward, NE. The total driving distance from Lincoln, NE to Seward, NE is 30 miles or 48 kilometers. Your trip begins in Lincoln, Nebraska. It ends in Seward, Nebraska. If you are planning a road trip, you might also want to calculate the total driving time from Lincoln, NE to Seward, NE so you can see when you'll arrive at your destination.