How far is Scottsbluff, NE from Gordon, NE?
The driving distance from Scottsbluff, NE to Gordon, NE is about 126.6 miles (203.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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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 31m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Box Butte 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 Scottsbluff and Gordon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scottsbluff and Gordon.
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Start on Avenue C
17 m · 4 sec · Avenue C
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Turn right onto West 20th Street
1234 ft · 35 sec · West 20th Street
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Turn right onto West Railway Street
1505 ft · 39 sec · West Railway Street
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Turn right onto Avenue I
2.3 mi · 4 min · Avenue I
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Continue on Highway 71
38.4 mi · 44 min · Highway 71
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Continue on Dodge Road
18.4 mi · 21 min · Dodge Road
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Continue on Niobrara Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Niobrara Street
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Continue on Dodge Road
10.3 mi · 12 min · Dodge Road
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Turn left onto Highway 87
8.8 mi · 10 min · Highway 87
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Continue on State Highway 87
19.7 mi · 23 min · State Highway 87
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on US Highway 20
10.3 mi · 12 min · US Highway 20
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Continue on West 2nd Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · West 2nd Street
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Continue on US Highway 20
14.1 mi · 17 min · US Highway 20
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1755 ft · 35 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scottsbluff and Gordon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 71
Continue on Highway 71
38.4 mi · 00h 44m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Scottsbluff and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gordon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scottsbluff to Gordon?
The road trip is about 126.6 miles (203.8 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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?
Hemingford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.3 miles from Scottsbluff and 63.4 miles from Gordon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.7 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:26 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.86 one way or $33.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Scottsbluff and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gordon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scottsbluff and Gordon. Straight-line distance: 98.95 mi (159.25 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 Gordon
City in Sheridan County in the state of Nebraska
| Population | 1,486 |
| Coordinates | 42.8047200, -102.2032200 |
| Altitude | 1083 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gordon (-102.20322, 42.80472)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 204 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $16.86 | $33.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.01 | $38.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.80 | $41.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.71 | $47.42 |
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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