How far is North Platte, NE from Grant, NE?
The driving distance from North Platte, NE to Grant, NE is about 70.4 miles (113.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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 17m.
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.
Human settlement in Keith County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Platte and Grant.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Platte and Grant.
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Start on the route
48 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto West William Avenue
122 m · 20 sec · West William Avenue
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Turn right onto South Jeffers Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Jeffers Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West
2961 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 26, NE 61: Ogallala, Grant
1578 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto South Highway 26/61
1125 ft · 25 sec · South Highway 26/61
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Continue on Highway 61 South
17.8 mi · 21 min · Highway 61 South
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
6 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Platte and Grant.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 West
Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving North Platte and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Grant.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Platte to Grant?
The road trip is about 70.4 miles (113.3 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Paxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.2 miles from North Platte and 35.2 miles from Grant.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.7 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.39 one way or $18.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between North Platte and Grant, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around North Platte and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Grant.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Platte and Grant. Straight-line distance: 53.72 mi (86.45 km).
#1 North Platte
City in Lincoln County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 23,202 |
| Coordinates | 41.1238900, -100.7654200 |
| Altitude | 854 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grant
Town in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,104 |
| Coordinates | 40.8419400, -101.7251700 |
| Altitude | 1040 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grant (-101.72517, 40.84194)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.59 | $21.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.21 | $26.41 |
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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