Montgomery, Alabama to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

811.1 miles 1305.4 km · straight line
956.8 miles actual route 1539.9 km · driving distance
18h 24min estimated drive time
$92 - $113 estimated fuel cost
~2h 8min flight time
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Montgomery, Alabama from Omaha?

The distance from Montgomery, Alabama to Omaha is 811.1 miles (1305.4 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located NW of Montgomery, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 956.8 miles, taking about 18h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 8min. Both are located in United States — Montgomery, Alabama in Alabama and Omaha in Nebraska.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montgomery, Alabama 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.

How to Get from Montgomery, Alabama to Omaha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 24min $92 - $113 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 5min $77–$144* Budget
Train ~23h 55min $115–$335* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montgomery, Alabama & Omaha

Quick Facts

Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 270 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 68 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 30.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM