How far is Fairbury, NE from Grand Island, NE?
The driving distance from Fairbury, NE to Grand Island, NE is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.8 miles (131.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 01h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Village in Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairbury and Grand Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairbury and Grand Island.
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Start on 6th Street
57 m · 13 sec · 6th Street
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Turn left onto E Street
1 km · 2 min · E Street
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Turn left onto 14th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 14th Street
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Continue on Highway 136
20.1 mi · 23 min · Highway 136
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Turn right
47.7 mi · 52 min
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Turn left onto I 80 west
1730 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
34.3 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NE 2: Grand Island
1912 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Highway 2
3.3 mi · 4 min · Highway 2
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Turn left onto Highway 34
3.6 mi · 5 min · Highway 34
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Turn right onto South Stuhr Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · South Stuhr Road
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Turn left onto East Fonner Park Road
1.6 km · 2 min · East Fonner Park Road
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Turn right onto South Locust Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Locust Street
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Continue on South Locust Street
76 m · 4 sec · South Locust Street
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Continue on South Walnut Street
1796 ft · 40 sec · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
122 m · 18 sec · West 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairbury and Grand Island.
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
Turn right
47.7 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Fairbury and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Grand Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairbury to Grand Island?
The road trip is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Fairmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from Fairbury and 57.4 miles from Grand Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.8 miles (131.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 33 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.27 one way or $30.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around Fairbury and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Grand Island.
Stop Ideas Near Fairmont
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fairmont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairbury and Grand Island. Straight-line distance: 81.75 mi (131.56 km).
#1 Fairbury
City in Jefferson County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 3,646 |
| Coordinates | 40.1372200, -97.1805900 |
| Altitude | 404 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Island
The most populous city in Hall County, Nebraska.
| Population | 51,004 |
| Coordinates | 40.9250100, -98.3420100 |
| Altitude | 567 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 3rd Street (-98.342013, 40.925014)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.27 | $30.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.22 | $34.45 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.85 | $37.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.48 | $42.96 |
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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