Albert Lea to Grand Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albert Lea from Grand Island?

The distance from Albert Lea to Grand Island is 316.2 miles (508.8 km) as the crow flies. Grand Island is located SW of Albert Lea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 379.4 miles, taking about 7h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Albert Lea in Minnesota and Grand Island in Nebraska.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albert Lea and Grand Island. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.