Kearney to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kearney from Upper Alton?

The distance from Kearney to Upper Alton is 489.6 miles (788 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located ESE of Kearney. By car, the driving distance is approximately 587.6 miles, taking about 11h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Kearney in Nebraska and Upper Alton in Illinois.

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. 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 Kearney and Upper Alton. 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.