How far is Alliance, NE from Kearney, NE?
The driving distance from Alliance, NE to Kearney, NE is about 272.5 miles (438.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 219 miles (352.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 12m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Keith County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alliance and Kearney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alliance and Kearney.
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Start on Laramie Avenue
56 m · 13 sec · Laramie Avenue
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Turn left onto West 8th Street
1521 ft · 49 sec · West 8th Street
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Turn left onto Emerson Avenue
1819 ft · 54 sec · Emerson Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 3rd Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto South Highway 385
7.3 mi · 8 min · South Highway 385
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Continue on US Highway 385
26.8 mi · 30 min · US Highway 385
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Continue straight
84 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Turn right onto North Spruce Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · North Spruce Street
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Turn left
93 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto South Highway 26/61
1.4 km · 1 min · South Highway 26/61
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Turn left onto I 80 east
2067 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
145.2 mi · 2 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NE 44: Kearney, Archway Monument
1865 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto South 2nd Avenue
2.2 mi · 5 min · South 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto West 24th Street
730 ft · 37 sec · West 24th Street
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
16 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alliance and Kearney.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 east
Merge slight left
145 mi · 02h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Alliance and Sunny near Kearney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alliance to Kearney?
The road trip is about 272.5 miles (438.5 km) and usually takes 04h 12m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Paxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 135.6 miles from Alliance and 136.8 miles from Kearney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 219 miles (352.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:36 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.24 one way or $72.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Alliance and Kearney, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Alliance and Sunny near Kearney.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alliance and Kearney. Straight-line distance: 219.02 mi (352.48 km).
#1 Alliance
City and county seat of Box Butte County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 8,029 |
| Coordinates | 42.1016300, -102.8721500 |
| Altitude | 1209 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kearney
City in and county seat of Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 34,235 |
| Coordinates | 40.6994600, -99.0814800 |
| Altitude | 656 |
| Country | United States |
End: Central Avenue (-99.081657, 40.699462)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 438 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $36.24 | $72.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.87 | $81.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $44.72 | $89.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $50.97 | $101.94 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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