How far is Scottsbluff, NE from Sidney, NE?
The driving distance from Scottsbluff, NE to Sidney, NE is about 76.6 miles (123.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m 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 01h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Morrill 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 Sidney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scottsbluff and Sidney.
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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 right
8.1 mi · 9 min
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Turn right
31.8 mi · 37 min
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Continue on US Highway 30
1650 ft · 30 sec · US Highway 30
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Turn right onto Illinois Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Illinois Street
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue
723 ft · 17 sec · 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto King Street
106 m · 21 sec · King Street
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Turn left onto 11th Avenue
8 m · 1 sec · 11th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 11th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scottsbluff and Sidney.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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31.8 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Sunny leaving Scottsbluff and Chance Rain Showers near Sidney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scottsbluff to Sidney?
The road trip is about 76.6 miles (123.3 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Bridgeport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.3 miles from Scottsbluff and 38.3 miles from Sidney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:24 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.22 one way or $20.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Scottsbluff and Chance Rain Showers near Sidney.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scottsbluff and Sidney. Straight-line distance: 61.43 mi (98.86 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 Sidney
City in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 6,235 |
| Coordinates | 41.1427600, -102.9779800 |
| Altitude | 1246 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sidney (-102.97798, 41.14276)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.22 | $20.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.53 | $23.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.61 | $25.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.37 | $28.75 |
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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