How far is Scottsbluff, NE from Imperial, NE?
The driving distance from Scottsbluff, NE to Imperial, NE is about 169.5 miles (272.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.6 miles (226.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 27m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scottsbluff and Imperial.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scottsbluff and Imperial.
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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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Continue on Highway 61 South
17.8 mi · 21 min · Highway 61 South
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto A Street
1177 ft · 24 sec · A Street
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Continue on Highway 23
2.9 mi · 3 min · Highway 23
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Turn right onto Highway 61
10.6 mi · 12 min · Highway 61
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Continue on 333 Avenue
12.7 mi · 15 min · 333 Avenue
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Turn right onto East 5th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East 5th Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
118 m · 19 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto West 6th Street
10 m · 1 sec · West 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scottsbluff and Imperial.
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
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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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Scottsbluff and Mostly Sunny near Imperial.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scottsbluff to Imperial?
The road trip is about 169.5 miles (272.8 km) and usually takes 03h 27m 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?
Oshkosh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.6 miles from Scottsbluff and 84.8 miles from Imperial.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.6 miles (226.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:04 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.55 one way or $45.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Scottsbluff and Mostly Sunny near Imperial.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scottsbluff and Imperial. Straight-line distance: 140.6 mi (226.27 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 Imperial
City in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 2,011 |
| Coordinates | 40.5169400, -101.6432300 |
| Altitude | 1001 |
| Country | United States |
End: Imperial (-101.64323, 40.51694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 273 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
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 | $22.55 | $45.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.43 | $50.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.83 | $55.66 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.72 | $63.44 |
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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