How far is Burwell, NE from Hastings, NE?
The driving distance from Burwell, NE to Hastings, NE is about 105.9 miles (170.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.2 miles (146.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 00m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burwell and Hastings.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burwell and Hastings.
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Start on South 7th Avenue
47 m · 9 sec · South 7th Avenue
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Turn right onto G Street
2091 ft · 59 sec · G Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South 1st Avenue
1888 ft · 38 sec · South 1st Avenue
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Continue on Highway 11
15.7 mi · 19 min · Highway 11
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Turn left onto L Street
1.4 km · 2 min · L Street
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Turn right onto South 14th Street
2169 ft · 43 sec · South 14th Street
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Continue on Highway 11
11.9 mi · 14 min · Highway 11
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Continue on 1st Street
1.2 km · 1 min · 1st Street
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Continue on Highway 11
22.7 mi · 27 min · Highway 11
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Turn left onto Highway 92
5.5 mi · 7 min · Highway 92
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
19.7 mi · 22 min · 2nd Street
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Continue on Highway 281
6.2 mi · 9 min · Highway 281
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Continue on US Highway 281
13.1 mi · 15 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on Highway 281
6.8 mi · 9 min · Highway 281
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Continue on North Burlington Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · North Burlington Avenue
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Turn left onto West 7th Street
1343 ft · 29 sec · West 7th Street
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Turn right onto North Saint Joseph Avenue
1336 ft · 1 min · North Saint Joseph Avenue
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
68 m · 4 sec · West 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Burwell and Hastings.
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 11
Continue on Highway 11
22.7 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Burwell and Chance Rain Showers near Hastings.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burwell to Hastings?
The road trip is about 105.9 miles (170.4 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
Farwell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.9 miles from Burwell and 52.9 miles from Hastings.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.2 miles (146.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 2:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.10 one way or $28.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Burwell and Chance Rain Showers near Hastings.
Stop Ideas Near Farwell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Hastings
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burwell and Hastings. Straight-line distance: 91.23 mi (146.82 km).
#1 Burwell
City in Garfield County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,162 |
| Coordinates | 41.7816700, -99.1331500 |
| Altitude | 663 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hastings
County seat of Adams County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 24,725 |
| Coordinates | 40.5861200, -98.3883900 |
| Altitude | 587 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 3rd Street (-98.38839, 40.586103)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.10 | $28.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.91 | $31.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.41 | $34.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.84 | $39.67 |
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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