How far is Scottsbluff, NE from Grant, NE?

The driving distance from Scottsbluff, NE to Grant, NE is about 142 miles (228.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 123.1 miles (198.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
142.07 mi
02h 54m
Flight
123.11 mi
198.12 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
123.11 mi
Kilometers
198.12 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
142.07 mi
Kilometers
228.64 km
Drive Time
02h 54m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Grant
Wed, Apr 22, 11:48 PM MDT
Return by in Scottsbluff
Thu, Apr 23, 2:42 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Scottsbluff
2026-04-22T20:54
Arrive Grant
Wed, Apr 22, 11:48 PM MDT
Route Timing
02h 54m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:54 AM to 12:54 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:42 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Scottsbluff
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Oshkosh
NE

Town in Nebraska, United States

From Scottsbluff
71 mi
01h 27m
To Grant
71.1 mi
01h 27m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
87°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 to 25 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Scottsbluff and Grant.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Scottsbluff and Grant.

  1. 1

    Start on Avenue C

    17 m · 8 sec · Avenue C

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West 20th Street

    1149 ft · 37 sec · West 20th Street

  3. 3

    Continue on East 20th Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · East 20th Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Highway 26

    7.5 mi · 9 min · Highway 26

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Highway L79E

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Highway L79E

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Highway 92

    11 mi · 13 min · Highway 92

  7. 7

    Continue on US Highway 26

    12.5 mi · 15 min · US Highway 26

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1 mi · 2 min · Main Street

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    84 mi · 1 hr 39 min

  10. 10

    Turn right onto North Spruce Street

    2.7 mi · 5 min · North Spruce Street

  11. 11

    Turn left

    93 m · 8 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right onto South Highway 26/61

    1.4 km · 1 min · South Highway 26/61

  13. 13

    Continue on Highway 61 South

    17.8 mi · 21 min · Highway 61 South

  14. 14

    Continue on Central Avenue

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn right onto 3rd Street

    6 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Scottsbluff and Grant.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
16 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Street
85 mi · 60%
Highway 61 South
17.8 mi · 13%
US Highway 26
12.5 mi · 9%
Highway 92
11 mi · 8%
Highway 26
7.49 mi · 5%
North Spruce Street
2.68 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Main Street

Continue straight

84 mi · 01h 39m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 54m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.9 mi
123.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Oshkosh
01h 27m from Scottsbluff
Leave By
12:42 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Scottsbluff and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Grant.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Scottsbluff to Grant?

The road trip is about 142 miles (228.6 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?

Oshkosh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71 miles from Scottsbluff and 71.1 miles from Grant.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 123.1 miles (198.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 12:42 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.89 one way or $37.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Scottsbluff and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Grant.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Scottsbluff and Grant. Straight-line distance: 123.11 mi (198.12 km).

Scottsbluff

#1 Scottsbluff

City in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States

Population14,373
Coordinates41.8666300, -103.6671700
Altitude1186
CountryUnited States
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#2 Grant

Town in Nebraska, United States

Population1,104
Coordinates40.8419400, -101.7251700
Altitude1040
CountryUnited States
Start: Scottsbluff (-103.66717, 41.86663)
End: Grant (-101.72517, 40.84194)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 229 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 01m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 46m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.01 gal
18.98 L · about $18.89
Round trip
$37.79
10.02 gal · 37.96 L
Estimated CO2
44.5 kg one way
Round trip: 89 kg / 196 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $18.89 $37.79
Mid-grade $4.25 $21.31 $42.62
Premium $4.65 $23.32 $46.63
Diesel $5.30 $26.57 $53.15

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Nebraska · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Scottsbluff and Grant. The current time is 20:54:35.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.