Grand Forks to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Grand Forks from Omaha?

The distance from Grand Forks to Omaha is 463.9 miles (746.6 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located S of Grand Forks. By car, the driving distance is approximately 495.6 miles, taking about 8h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Grand Forks in North Dakota and Omaha 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Grand Forks and Omaha. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.