How far is Columbus, NE from Grand Island, NE?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbus and Grand Island is 61.48 miles (98.94 km).
Flight distance from Columbus, NE to Grand Island, NE is 61.48 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 06 minutes to travel from Columbus to Grand Island with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbus, Nebraska to Grand Island, Nebraska is: 63.45 miles (102.11 km) by car.
Driving from Columbus to Grand Island will take approximately 01 hours 07 minutes.
#1 Columbus
City in Platte County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 2923 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°25'47"N 97°22'6"W |
| Latitude | 41.4297300 |
| Longitude | -97.3683800 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| 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 Columbus and Grand Island
The distance between Columbus and Grand Island is 102 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 08 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.
There is no time difference between Columbus and Grand Island. The current time is 02:06:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.48 liters (2.24 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus and Grand Island.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus to Grand Island is $7.72 (diesel $10.54).
Nebraska gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.45 | $3.65 | $4.09 | $4.71 |
| Total | $7.72 | $8.17 | $9.15 | $10.54 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbus 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.
