How far is Alliance, NE from Scottsbluff, NE?
The driving distance from Alliance, NE to Scottsbluff, NE is about 53.8 miles (86.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alliance and Scottsbluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alliance and Scottsbluff.
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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
16.9 mi · 18 min · US Highway 385
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Turn right onto L62A
9.1 mi · 11 min · L62A
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Continue on Heartland Expressway
552 ft · 7 sec · Heartland Expressway
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Continue on US Highway 26
1.8 mi · 2 min · US Highway 26
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Continue on Highway 26
15.6 mi · 19 min · Highway 26
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Turn left onto East 20th Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · East 20th Street
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Continue on West 20th Street
1191 ft · 40 sec · West 20th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue C
17 m · 2 sec · Avenue C
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Avenue C
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alliance and Scottsbluff.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 385
Continue on US Highway 385
16.9 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Alliance and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Scottsbluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alliance to Scottsbluff?
The road trip is about 53.8 miles (86.6 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Bayard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.9 miles from Alliance and 26.9 miles from Scottsbluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.16 one way or $14.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Alliance and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Scottsbluff.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alliance and Scottsbluff. Straight-line distance: 43.94 mi (70.72 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 Scottsbluff
City in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 14,373 |
| Coordinates | 41.8666300, -103.6671700 |
| Altitude | 1186 |
| Country | United States |
End: Avenue C (-103.667064, 41.86663)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.16 | $14.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.84 | $17.69 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
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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