How far is Gordon, NE from Grand Island, NE?
The driving distance from Gordon, NE to Grand Island, NE is about 295.6 miles (475.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 237.3 miles (381.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gordon and Grand Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gordon and Grand Island.
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Start on North Main Street
3211 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 27
53.6 mi · 1 hr 2 min · State Highway 27
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Continue on Main Street
1394 ft · 33 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 2
66.6 mi · 1 hr 20 min · State Highway 2
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Continue on Southeast 1st Street
25.2 mi · 29 min · Southeast 1st Street
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Continue on Court Street
1.1 km · 45 sec · Court Street
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Continue on Highway 2
16.5 mi · 19 min · Highway 2
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Continue on Jewett Avenue
50.6 mi · 59 min · Jewett Avenue
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Continue on South E Street
2.1 mi · 2 min · South E Street
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Continue on Highway 2
57.7 mi · 1 hr 7 min · Highway 2
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Continue on West Nebraska Highway 2
2.7 mi · 3 min · West Nebraska Highway 2
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Continue on West Highway 2
15.7 mi · 18 min · West Highway 2
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Continue on Old Highway 2
1.3 mi · 2 min · Old Highway 2
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Broadwell Avenue
649 ft · 22 sec · North Broadwell Avenue
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Turn left onto West Capital Avenue
1737 ft · 39 sec · West Capital Avenue
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Turn right onto North Sycamore Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Sycamore Street
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
980 ft · 47 sec · East 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 Gordon and Grand Island.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 2
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 2
66.6 mi · 01h 20m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gordon and Chance Rain Showers near Grand Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gordon to Grand Island?
The road trip is about 295.6 miles (475.7 km) and usually takes 04h 54m 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 147.6 miles from Gordon and 147.9 miles from Grand Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 237.3 miles (381.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.3 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.33 one way or $78.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gordon and Grand Island, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gordon and Chance Rain Showers near Grand Island.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gordon and Grand Island. Straight-line distance: 237.33 mi (381.94 km).
#1 Gordon
City in Sheridan County in the state of Nebraska
| Population | 1,486 |
| Coordinates | 42.8047200, -102.2032200 |
| Altitude | 1083 |
| 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: 476 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 41m |
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 | $39.33 | $78.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $44.36 | $88.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $48.54 | $97.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $55.32 | $110.64 |
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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