How far is Scottsbluff, NE from Grand Island, NE?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Scottsbluff and Grand Island is 283.52 miles (456.28 km).
Flight distance from Scottsbluff, NE to Grand Island, NE is 283.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 38 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 34 minutes to travel from Scottsbluff to Grand Island with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Grand Island, Nebraska is: 320.75 miles (516.19 km) by car.
Driving from Scottsbluff to Grand Island will take approximately 04 hours 57 minutes.
#1 Scottsbluff
City in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 14373 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°51'60"N 103°40'2"W |
| Latitude | 41.8666300 |
| Longitude | -103.6671700 |
| Altitude | 1186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Island
The most populous city in Hall County, Nebraska. It is located on the Platte River in central Nebraska. Grand Island is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Grand Island Museum and the Grand Island Zoo.
| Population | 51004 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°55'30"N 98°20'31"W |
| Latitude | 40.9250100 |
| Longitude | -98.3420100 |
| Altitude | 567 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Grand Island: West 3rd Street (-98.342013,40.925014)
Estimated Travel Time Between Scottsbluff and Grand Island
The distance between Scottsbluff and Grand Island is 516 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 44 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Scottsbluff, NE and Grand Island, NE. The current time in Scottsbluff is 02:52:49, although it is 03:52:49 in Grand Island.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10 hours 41 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 24 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 34 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 00 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 42.84 liters (11.32 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Scottsbluff and Grand Island.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Scottsbluff to Grand Island is $39.05 (diesel $53.29).
Nebraska gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.45 | $3.65 | $4.09 | $4.71 |
| Total | $39.05 | $41.28 | $46.23 | $53.29 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Nebraska ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.450 (Diesel $4.708) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Scottsbluff and Grand Island (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
