How far is North Platte, NE from Ord, NE?
The driving distance from North Platte, NE to Ord, NE is about 124.6 miles (200.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101 miles (162.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m 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 02h 27m.
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 Custer County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Platte and Ord.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Platte and Ord.
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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
5 m · 6 sec · South Jeffers Street
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Turn left onto East William Avenue
91 m · 21 sec · East William Avenue
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Turn left onto South Dewey Street
3106 ft · 48 sec · South Dewey Street
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Turn slight left onto East 1st Street
559 ft · 7 sec · East 1st Street
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Merge slight left onto North Jeffers Street
24.9 mi · 29 min · North Jeffers Street
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Turn right
40.3 mi · 47 min
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Turn right onto Highway 2
8.4 mi · 10 min · Highway 2
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Continue on South E Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · South E Street
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Turn left onto Memorial Drive
83 m · 7 sec · Memorial Drive
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Turn right onto Highway 70
12 mi · 14 min · Highway 70
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Turn right onto Highway 183
1 mi · 1 min · Highway 183
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Turn left onto Highway 70
13.8 mi · 16 min · Highway 70
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Continue on Bridge Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Bridge Street
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Continue on Highway 70
5.5 mi · 6 min · Highway 70
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Continue on Highway 70
13.9 mi · 16 min · Highway 70
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Continue on L Street
1.4 km · 2 min · L Street
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Turn left onto North 14th Street
48 m · 5 sec · North 14th Street
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Turn right
58 m · 14 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 North Platte and Ord.
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
40.3 mi · 00h 47m
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 Sunny near Ord.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Platte to Ord?
The road trip is about 124.6 miles (200.5 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Merna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.2 miles from North Platte and 62.4 miles from Ord.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101 miles (162.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.59 one way or $33.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around North Platte and Sunny near Ord.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Platte and Ord. Straight-line distance: 100.96 mi (162.48 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 Ord
Airport in Chicago, Illinois, United States
| Population | 2,052 |
| Coordinates | 41.6033400, -98.9262000 |
| Altitude | 625 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ord (-98.9262, 41.60334)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 200 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $16.59 | $33.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.71 | $37.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.48 | $40.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.34 | $46.68 |
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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