How far is Bellevue, NE from Tecumseh, NE?
The driving distance from Bellevue, NE to Tecumseh, NE is about 68.8 miles (110.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.6 miles (89.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 00m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 30m.
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City in Cass County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bellevue and Tecumseh.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue and Tecumseh.
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Start on Main Street
22 m · 4 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto East Mission Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · East Mission Avenue
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Turn right onto Galvin Road South
126 m · 10 sec · Galvin Road South
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Keep slight left to continue on Galvin Road South
1573 ft · 45 sec · Galvin Road South
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Turn left onto Harlan Drive
1.3 mi · 3 min · Harlan Drive
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Continue on Highway 370
10.6 mi · 15 min · Highway 370
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Take the exit slight right toward NE 50
1510 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NE 50 South
84 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 50
9.7 mi · 12 min · State Highway 50
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Continue on Highway 50
16 mi · 19 min · Highway 50
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Continue on North 30th Road
8.3 mi · 10 min · North 30th Road
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Continue on Park Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Park Street
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Continue on South 30th Road
9 mi · 10 min · South 30th Road
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Continue on Highway 50
10 mi · 12 min · Highway 50
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Continue on North 13th Street
661 ft · 11 sec · North 13th Street
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Turn straight onto North 12th Street
3007 ft · 57 sec · North 12th Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
150 m · 24 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Clay Street
58 m · 14 sec · Clay Street
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Continue on Clay Street
41 m · 12 sec · Clay Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Clay Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bellevue and Tecumseh.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 50
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16 mi · 00h 19m
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 Likely leaving Bellevue and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Tecumseh.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bellevue to Tecumseh?
The road trip is about 68.8 miles (110.8 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Weeping Water is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.4 miles from Bellevue and 34.4 miles from Tecumseh.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.6 miles (89.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.16 one way or $18.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bellevue and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Tecumseh.
Stop Ideas Near Weeping Water
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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 Tecumseh. Straight-line distance: 55.55 mi (89.4 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 Tecumseh
City and county seat of Johnson County, Nebraska
| Population | 1,578 |
| Coordinates | 40.3666700, -96.1961200 |
| Altitude | 346 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tecumseh (-96.19612, 40.36667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.33 | $20.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.31 | $22.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
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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