How far is Alliance, NE from North Platte, NE?
The driving distance from Alliance, NE to North Platte, NE is about 176.3 miles (283.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.1 miles (206.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alliance and North Platte.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alliance and North Platte.
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Start on Laramie Avenue
56 m · 10 sec · Laramie Avenue
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Turn right onto West 8th Street
2296 ft · 1 min · West 8th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mississippi Avenue
1824 ft · 57 sec · Mississippi Avenue
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Turn left onto East 3rd Street
1660 ft · 42 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn straight onto Perkins Road
8.3 mi · 10 min · Perkins Road
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Continue on State Highway 2
6 mi · 7 min · State Highway 2
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Continue on 1st Street
2868 ft · 38 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on State Highway 2
44.9 mi · 55 min · State Highway 2
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Turn right
31.9 mi · 37 min
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Turn left
49.2 mi · 57 min
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Continue straight
20.7 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto West William Avenue
122 m · 23 sec · West William Avenue
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Turn left
48 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alliance and North Platte.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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49.2 mi · 00h 57m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Alliance and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Platte.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alliance to North Platte?
The road trip is about 176.3 miles (283.7 km) and usually takes 02h 51m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Arthur is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.8 miles from Alliance and 92.5 miles from North Platte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.1 miles (206.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:48 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.46 one way or $46.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Alliance and North Platte, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Alliance and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Platte.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alliance and North Platte. Straight-line distance: 128.08 mi (206.13 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 North Platte
City in Lincoln County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 23,202 |
| Coordinates | 41.1238900, -100.7654200 |
| Altitude | 854 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-100.765465, 41.124013)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 284 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $23.46 | $46.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.45 | $52.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.95 | $57.90 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.99 | $65.98 |
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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