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Distance from Plainview to Dakota City

Driving Distance
81.2 mi 130.8 km
Flying Distance
70.4 mi 113.4 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Plainview, Nebraska to Dakota City, Nebraska is 81.2 mi (130.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 70.4 mi (113.4 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 9 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 26 minutes

Traveling highway, substantial in a east direction. Average speeds around 61 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Plainview
Place Plainview
State/Province Nebraska
Country US
Latitude 42.349727
Longitude -97.792009
GPS 42.349727° N, 97.792009° W
Local Time 9:40 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Dakota City
Place Dakota City
State/Province Nebraska
Country US
Latitude 42.41555
Longitude -96.418364
GPS 42.41555° N, 96.418364° W
Local Time 9:40 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Plainview, Nebraska to Dakota City, Nebraska covers 81.2 mi (130.8 km) in a east direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 26 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (76.7-101.2 miles / 123-163 km). The primary route shown here saves 25 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 61 mph (98 km/h).

Available Routes

872nd Rd and US-20 E
81.2 mi 1 hour 26 minutes
Shortest
State Hwy 15 N and US-20 E
101.2 mi 1 hour 41 minutes
US-20 E
76.7 mi 1 hour 17 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.