How far is Atkinson, NE from North Platte, NE?
The driving distance from Atkinson, NE to North Platte, NE is about 176.5 miles (284.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.9 miles (215.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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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 03h 03m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Atkinson and North Platte.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atkinson and North Platte.
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Start on North Main Street
705 ft · 36 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Pearl Street
1980 ft · 56 sec · East Pearl Street
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Turn right onto South Hyde Street
12 m · 1 sec · South Hyde Street
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Continue on South Hyde Street
2604 ft · 54 sec · South Hyde Street
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Continue on Highway 11
54.2 mi · 1 hr 3 min · Highway 11
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Highway 11
1.5 km · 1 min · Highway 11
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Continue on North 1st Avenue
2670 ft · 53 sec · North 1st Avenue
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Continue on Highway 11
2644 ft · 55 sec · Highway 11
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Turn right onto Highway 91
13.4 mi · 16 min · Highway 91
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 183
7.1 mi · 8 min · Highway 183
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Turn right onto Sargent Road
21.6 mi · 30 min · Sargent Road
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Turn left onto Victoria Springs Road
7.2 mi · 10 min · Victoria Springs Road
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Turn right onto 806 Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · 806 Road
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Turn left onto Highway 2
1.6 mi · 2 min · Highway 2
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Turn right onto 433 Road
2370 ft · 39 sec · 433 Road
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Turn right onto Highway 92
23.5 mi · 27 min · Highway 92
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Continue on East Arnold Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · East Arnold Avenue
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Continue on Highway 92
15.8 mi · 18 min · Highway 92
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Turn left
25.6 mi · 30 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 Atkinson and North Platte.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 11
Continue on Highway 11
54.2 mi · 01h 03m
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 Clear leaving Atkinson and Areas Of Fog 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 Atkinson to North Platte?
The road trip is about 176.5 miles (284.1 km) and usually takes 03h 03m 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?
Lillian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.6 miles from Atkinson and 89 miles from North Platte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.9 miles (215.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.6 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.49 one way or $46.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Atkinson and Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Platte.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Atkinson and North Platte. Straight-line distance: 133.87 mi (215.45 km).
#1 Atkinson
Town in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,221 |
| Coordinates | 42.5313900, -98.9781500 |
| Altitude | 642 |
| 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 12m |
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 | $23.49 | $46.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.50 | $52.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.99 | $57.99 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.04 | $66.09 |
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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