How far is Battle Creek, NE from Scottsbluff, NE?
The driving distance from Battle Creek, NE to Scottsbluff, NE is about 357.8 miles (575.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 312 miles (502.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 56m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Thomas County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Battle Creek and Scottsbluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Battle Creek and Scottsbluff.
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Start on West Main Street
741 ft · 23 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North 4th Street
1508 ft · 43 sec · North 4th Street
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Continue on Highway 121
1.5 mi · 2 min · Highway 121
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Turn left onto Highway 275
11.8 mi · 14 min · Highway 275
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Continue on Front Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Front Street
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Continue on Highway 275
7 mi · 8 min · Highway 275
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Turn left onto Hohman Street
1735 ft · 50 sec · Hohman Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1039 ft · 29 sec · 4th Street
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Continue on 844th Road
4 mi · 6 min · 844th Road
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Turn left onto Highway 14
5.5 mi · 6 min · Highway 14
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Continue on 2nd Street
1349 ft · 29 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Highway 70
23.9 mi · 28 min · Highway 70
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Turn left onto Highway 281
7 mi · 8 min · Highway 281
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Continue on East Street
1382 ft · 18 sec · East Street
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Continue on Highway 281
6.8 mi · 8 min · Highway 281
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Turn right onto Highway 70 - 91
11.1 mi · 13 min · Highway 70 - 91
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Continue on Highway 70/91
2.5 mi · 3 min · Highway 70/91
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Continue on Highway 91
16.1 mi · 19 min · Highway 91
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Continue on 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 right onto Highway 183
1.2 km · 53 sec · Highway 183
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Continue on 3rd Street
1320 ft · 28 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
2062 ft · 41 sec · Broadway Street
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Continue on Highway 91
44.6 mi · 51 min · Highway 91
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At the end of the road, turn right
148.9 mi · 2 hr 55 min
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Turn left onto East Kansas Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · East Kansas Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Highway 385
6.8 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 Battle Creek and Scottsbluff.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
149 mi · 02h 55m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Battle Creek and Chance Snow Showers near Scottsbluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Battle Creek to Scottsbluff?
The road trip is about 357.8 miles (575.8 km) and usually takes 05h 58m 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?
Thedford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 181.8 miles from Battle Creek and 176.1 miles from Scottsbluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 312 miles (502.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.8 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 5:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.59 one way or $95.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 112.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Battle Creek and Scottsbluff, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Battle Creek and Chance Snow Showers near Scottsbluff.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Battle Creek and Scottsbluff. Straight-line distance: 312.01 mi (502.13 km).
#1 Battle Creek
City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,156 |
| Coordinates | 41.9994500, -97.5983900 |
| Altitude | 484 |
| 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: 576 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 27m |
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 | $47.59 | $95.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $53.67 | $107.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $58.73 | $117.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $66.94 | $133.87 |
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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