How far is Burwell, NE from Fremont, NE?

The driving distance from Burwell, NE to Fremont, NE is about 158 miles (254.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 138.3 miles (222.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 23m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
158.01 mi
02h 41m
Flight
138.24 mi
222.47 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
138.24 mi
Kilometers
222.47 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
158.01 mi
Kilometers
254.3 km
Drive Time
02h 41m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fremont
Thu, Apr 30, 2:11 PM CDT
Return by in Burwell
Thu, Apr 30, 4:53 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Burwell
2026-04-30T11:30
Arrive Fremont
Thu, Apr 30, 2:11 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:42 AM to 12:42 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:06 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Burwell
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Lindsay
NE

Village in Nebraska, USA

From Burwell
79.3 mi
01h 20m
To Fremont
78.7 mi
01h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph NNW
Destination
59°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 to 14 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Burwell and Fremont.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Burwell and Fremont.

  1. 1

    Start on South 7th Avenue

    47 m · 9 sec · South 7th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto G Street

    2091 ft · 1 min · G Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North 1st Avenue

    782 ft · 16 sec · North 1st Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on Highway 11

    1.5 km · 1 min · Highway 11

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto Highway 91

    16.1 mi · 19 min · Highway 91

  6. 6

    Continue on Highway 70/91

    2.5 mi · 3 min · Highway 70/91

  7. 7

    Continue on Highway 70 - 91

    11.1 mi · 13 min · Highway 70 - 91

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Highway 281

    6 mi · 7 min · Highway 281

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Highway 91

    9 mi · 10 min · Highway 91

  10. 10

    Continue on Orchard Street

    2656 ft · 53 sec · Orchard Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Highway 91

    18.4 mi · 21 min · Highway 91

  12. 12

    Continue on West State Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · West State Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Highway 91

    8.8 mi · 10 min · Highway 91

  14. 14

    Continue on State Highway 91

    6.8 mi · 8 min · State Highway 91

  15. 15

    Continue on West 2nd Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · West 2nd Street

  16. 16

    Continue on State Highway 91

    11.5 mi · 13 min · State Highway 91

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn right

    1513 ft · 19 sec

  18. 18

    Take the exit left

    1800 ft · 36 sec

  19. 19

    Turn right onto State Highway 91

    11.4 mi · 13 min · State Highway 91

  20. 20

    Continue on Road W

    17.9 mi · 21 min · Road W

  21. 21

    Continue on Highway 91

    6 mi · 7 min · Highway 91

  22. 22

    Continue on 4th Street

    3104 ft · 1 min · 4th Street

  23. 23

    Continue on Highway 91

    3.8 mi · 4 min · Highway 91

  24. 24

    Turn right onto Highway 275

    14.2 mi · 15 min · Highway 275

  25. 25

    Continue on Highway 77

    9 mi · 10 min · Highway 77

  26. 26

    Continue on North Broad Street

    1.7 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street

  27. 27

    Turn left onto West 4th Street

    57 m · 14 sec · West 4th Street

  28. 28

    Turn left

    44 m · 10 sec

  29. 29

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Burwell and Fremont.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
29 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 91
62.1 mi · 39%
State Highway 91
30 mi · 19%
Road W
17.9 mi · 11%
Highway 275
14.2 mi · 9%
Highway 70 - 91
11.1 mi · 7%
Highway 77
8.98 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

Highway 91

Continue on Highway 91

18.4 mi · 00h 21m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 41m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.7 mi
138.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lindsay
01h 20m from Burwell
Leave By
1:06 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Burwell and Partly Sunny near Fremont.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Burwell to Fremont?

The road trip is about 158 miles (254.3 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?

Lindsay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.3 miles from Burwell and 78.7 miles from Fremont.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 138.3 miles (222.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 1:06 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.04 one way or $42.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Burwell and Partly Sunny near Fremont.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Burwell and Fremont. Straight-line distance: 138.24 mi (222.47 km).

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#1 Burwell

City in Garfield County, Nebraska, United States

Population1,162
Coordinates41.7816700, -99.1331500
Altitude663
CountryUnited States
Fremont

#2 Fremont

Town in Nebraska, USA

Population26,227
Coordinates41.4333300, -96.4980800
Altitude365
CountryUnited States
Start: South 7th Avenue (-99.133341, 41.781672)
End: (-96.498073, 41.43333)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 254 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 15m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.58 gal
21.11 L · about $21.04
Round trip
$42.08
11.16 gal · 42.22 L
Estimated CO2
49.6 kg one way
Round trip: 99.2 kg / 219 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $21.04 $42.08
Mid-grade $4.25 $23.73 $47.46
Premium $4.65 $25.97 $51.94
Diesel $5.30 $29.60 $59.19

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Nebraska · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Burwell and Fremont. The current time is 11:30:03.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.