How far is Columbus, NE from Fremont, NE?
The driving distance from Columbus, NE to Fremont, NE is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.1 miles (72.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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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 Columbus and Fremont.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Fremont.
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Start on 33rd Avenue
30 m · 10 sec · 33rd Avenue
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Turn left onto 13th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 13th Street
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Turn left onto 23rd Avenue
1 km · 1 min · 23rd Avenue
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Turn right onto 23rd Street
5.4 mi · 8 min · 23rd Street
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Continue on Road D
18.8 mi · 20 min · Road D
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Turn left onto County Road 19
1.6 km · 2 min · County Road 19
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Turn right onto Road S
4 mi · 6 min · Road S
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Turn right onto Road 5
1139 ft · 20 sec · Road 5
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Turn left onto Highway 30
14.1 mi · 16 min · Highway 30
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Turn right onto Road 19
2 mi · 3 min · Road 19
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Turn left onto West Military Avenue
3.1 mi · 6 min · West Military Avenue
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Turn right onto North Nye Avenue
1053 ft · 34 sec · North Nye Avenue
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
1241 ft · 42 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left
44 m · 10 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbus and Fremont.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Road D
Continue on Road D
18.8 mi · 00h 20m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Columbus and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fremont.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Fremont?
The road trip is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Rogers is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.1 miles from Columbus and 22.4 miles from Fremont.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.1 miles (72.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.34 one way or $12.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Columbus and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fremont.
Stop Ideas Near Rogers
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Fremont. Straight-line distance: 45.09 mi (72.56 km).
#1 Columbus
City in Platte County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 2,923 |
| Coordinates | 41.4297300, -97.3683800 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fremont
Town in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 26,227 |
| Coordinates | 41.4333300, -96.4980800 |
| Altitude | 365 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.498073, 41.43333)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.15 | $14.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.82 | $15.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
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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