How far is Scottsbluff, NE from Cambridge, NE?
The driving distance from Scottsbluff, NE to Cambridge, NE is about 254.8 miles (410 km), with a travel time of about 05h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 212.7 miles (342.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 05m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Keith County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scottsbluff and Cambridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scottsbluff and Cambridge.
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Start on Avenue C
17 m · 8 sec · Avenue C
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Turn left onto West 20th Street
1149 ft · 37 sec · West 20th Street
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Continue on East 20th Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · East 20th Street
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Turn right onto Highway 26
7.5 mi · 9 min · Highway 26
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Turn right onto Highway L79E
2.1 mi · 3 min · Highway L79E
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Turn left onto Highway 92
11 mi · 13 min · Highway 92
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Continue on US Highway 26
12.5 mi · 15 min · US Highway 26
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Turn left onto Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
84 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Turn right onto North Spruce Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · North Spruce Street
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Turn left
93 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto South Highway 26/61
1.4 km · 1 min · South Highway 26/61
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Turn left onto I 80 east
2067 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
49.4 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 83: North Platte, McCook
2273 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 83 South: McCook
1665 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Jeffers Street
33.2 mi · 39 min · South Jeffers Street
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Turn slight left
7.5 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto Center Avenue
20.2 mi · 26 min · Center Avenue
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Continue on Road 407
17.6 mi · 24 min · Road 407
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 6 & 34
1.9 mi · 3 min · Highway 6 & 34
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Continue on Nasby Street
1 km · 1 min · Nasby Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nasby Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scottsbluff and Cambridge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Continue straight
84 mi · 01h 39m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Scottsbluff and Areas Of Fog near Cambridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scottsbluff to Cambridge?
The road trip is about 254.8 miles (410 km) and usually takes 05h 05m 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?
Ogallala is a useful midpoint, sitting about 127.2 miles from Scottsbluff and 127.6 miles from Cambridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 212.7 miles (342.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.1 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 MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:50 AM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.99 one way or $73.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Scottsbluff and Cambridge, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Scottsbluff and Areas Of Fog near Cambridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scottsbluff and Cambridge. Straight-line distance: 212.7 mi (342.3 km).
#1 Scottsbluff
City in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 14,373 |
| Coordinates | 41.8666300, -103.6671700 |
| Altitude | 1186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cambridge
City in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 999 |
| Coordinates | 40.2819500, -100.1656900 |
| Altitude | 690 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cambridge (-100.16569, 40.28195)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 410 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 10m |
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 | $4.12 | $36.99 | $73.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $39.41 | $78.82 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $43.90 | $87.80 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $54.65 | $109.30 |
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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