How far is Sidney, NE from Grand Island, NE?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sidney and Grand Island is 242.06 miles (389.56 km).
Flight distance from Sidney, NE to Grand Island, NE is 242.06 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 32 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from Sidney to Grand Island with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sidney, Nebraska to Grand Island, Nebraska is: 265.18 miles (426.77 km) by car.
Driving from Sidney to Grand Island will take approximately 03 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Sidney
City in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 6235 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°8'34"N 102°58'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.1427600 |
| Longitude | -102.9779800 |
| Altitude | 1246 |
| 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 Sidney and Grand Island
The distance between Sidney and Grand Island is 427 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 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 Sidney, NE and Grand Island, NE. The current time in Sidney is 20:32:14, although it is 21:32:14 in Grand Island.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 35.42 liters (9.36 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sidney and Grand Island.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sidney to Grand Island is $32.28 (diesel $44.05).
Nebraska gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.45 | $3.65 | $4.09 | $4.71 |
| Total | $32.28 | $34.13 | $38.23 | $44.05 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sidney 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.
