Badlands to Kearney: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Badlands from Kearney?

The distance from Badlands to Kearney is 274.3 miles (441.5 km) as the crow flies. Kearney is located SE of Badlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 342.9 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Badlands in South Dakota and Kearney in Nebraska.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Badlands and Kearney. 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.