How far is Ord, NE from Scottsbluff, NE?
The driving distance from Ord, NE to Scottsbluff, NE is about 278.7 miles (448.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 245.1 miles (394.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 12m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 36m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Hooker County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms
Light Rain Likely then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ord and Scottsbluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ord and Scottsbluff.
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Start on the route
58 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto North 14th Street
48 m · 5 sec · North 14th Street
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Turn right onto L Street
1.4 km · 2 min · L Street
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Turn right onto Highway 11
15.2 mi · 18 min · Highway 11
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Turn left 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 Ord and Scottsbluff.
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
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ord and Light Rain Likely then Partly Sunny near Scottsbluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ord to Scottsbluff?
The road trip is about 278.7 miles (448.6 km) and usually takes 04h 36m 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?
Mullen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.2 miles from Ord and 139.5 miles from Scottsbluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 245.1 miles (394.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.24 one way or $82.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Ord and Scottsbluff, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ord and Light Rain Likely then Partly Sunny near Scottsbluff.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ord and Scottsbluff. Straight-line distance: 245.09 mi (394.43 km).
#1 Ord
Airport in Chicago, Illinois, United States
| Population | 2,052 |
| Coordinates | 41.6033400, -98.9262000 |
| Altitude | 625 |
| 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: 449 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
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 | $4.19 | $41.24 | $82.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $44.00 | $88.01 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $49.22 | $98.44 |
| Diesel | $6.04 | $59.42 | $118.85 |
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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