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Distance from Plainview to Menno

Driving Distance
87.3 mi 140.5 km
Flying Distance
62.4 mi 100.4 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Plainview, Nebraska to Menno, South Dakota is 87.3 mi (140.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 62.4 mi (100.4 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 33 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a north direction. Average speeds around 55 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 6:01 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Menno
Place Menno
State/Province South Dakota
Country US
Latitude 43.239713
Longitude -97.577844
GPS 43.239713° N, 97.577844° W
Local Time 6:01 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Plainview, Nebraska to Menno, South Dakota covers 87.3 mi (140.5 km) in a north direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 33 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (81.9-88.7 miles / 132-143 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 55 mph (89 km/h).

Available Routes

US-81 N
87.3 mi 1 hour 33 minutes
Shortest
US-20 E and US-81 N
88.7 mi 1 hour 34 minutes
NE-121 N
81.9 mi 1 hour 32 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.