How far is Stromsburg, NE from Grand Island, NE?
The driving distance from Stromsburg, NE to Grand Island, NE is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.9 miles (65.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
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 Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stromsburg and Grand Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stromsburg and Grand Island.
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Start on 4th Street
50 m · 9 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1989 ft · 56 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Center Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Center Road
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Turn right onto County Road 123
9.4 mi · 11 min · County Road 123
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Continue on Park Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Park Avenue
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Continue on County Road 123
1.8 mi · 2 min · County Road 123
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Continue on Highway 66
9 mi · 10 min · Highway 66
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Highway 14
1.9 mi · 2 min · Highway 14
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Continue on 17th Avenue
693 ft · 19 sec · 17th Avenue
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Turn left onto 28th Street
1 mi · 3 min · 28th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 30
20 mi · 24 min · Highway 30
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Continue on East 1st Street
843 ft · 18 sec · East 1st Street
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Continue on East 2nd Street
2986 ft · 1 min · East 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Sycamore Street
111 m · 15 sec · North Sycamore Street
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Turn left onto East 3rd Street
980 ft · 47 sec · East 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stromsburg and Grand Island.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 30
At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 30
20 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Stromsburg and Sunny near Grand Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stromsburg to Grand Island?
The road trip is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Central City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Stromsburg and 23.9 miles from Grand Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.9 miles (65.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.37 one way or $12.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Stromsburg and Sunny near Grand Island.
Stop Ideas Near Central City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Central City.
Hastings
Lincoln
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stromsburg and Grand Island. Straight-line distance: 40.88 mi (65.79 km).
#1 Stromsburg
City in Polk County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,138 |
| Coordinates | 41.1141800, -97.5989400 |
| Altitude | 511 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Island
The most populous city in Hall County, Nebraska.
| Population | 51,004 |
| Coordinates | 40.9250100, -98.3420100 |
| Altitude | 567 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 3rd Street (-98.342013, 40.925014)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.37 | $12.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.19 | $14.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.87 | $15.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.96 | $17.93 |
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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