How far is Bellevue, NE from Falls City, NE?
The driving distance from Bellevue, NE to Falls City, NE is about 90.8 miles (146.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.9 miles (122.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bellevue and Falls City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue and Falls City.
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Start on Main Street
22 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto East Mission Avenue
1 km · 1 min · East Mission Avenue
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Continue on Bellevue Bridge
1015 ft · 25 sec · Bellevue Bridge
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Continue on Bunge Avenue
2.9 mi · 4 min · Bunge Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1705 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
50.5 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO A, MO B: Watson
948 ft · 17 sec
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
5 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Highway 67
3.6 mi · 4 min · Highway 67
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Continue on 1st Street
2803 ft · 60 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on Highway 67
5.1 mi · 6 min · Highway 67
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Continue on 648 Avenue
8 mi · 9 min · 648 Avenue
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Turn left onto 712 Road
3.5 mi · 4 min · 712 Road
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Continue on 651 Boulevard
4.4 mi · 5 min · 651 Boulevard
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Continue on Harlan Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Harlan Street
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Turn right onto East 16th Street
13 m · 2 sec · East 16th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 16th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bellevue and Falls City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Bunge Avenue
Merge slight left
50.5 mi · 00h 54m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bellevue and Showers And Thunderstorms near Falls City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bellevue to Falls City?
The road trip is about 90.8 miles (146.1 km) and usually takes 01h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Peru is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.4 miles from Bellevue and 45.4 miles from Falls City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.9 miles (122.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.07 one way or $24.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Bellevue and Showers And Thunderstorms near Falls City.
Stop Ideas Near Peru
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bellevue and Falls City. Straight-line distance: 75.86 mi (122.09 km).
#1 Bellevue
The most populous city in Sarpy County, Nebraska.
| Population | 53,270 |
| Coordinates | 41.1366700, -95.8908400 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Falls City
City in and county seat of Richardson County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 4,117 |
| Coordinates | 40.0608400, -95.6019300 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
End: Falls City (-95.60193, 40.06084)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.07 | $24.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.61 | $27.22 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.89 | $29.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.97 | $33.95 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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