How far is Crete, NE from Beatrice, NE?
The driving distance from Crete, NE to Beatrice, NE is about 40 miles (64.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.3 miles (43.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m 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 00h 51m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Saline County, Nebraska, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Crete and Beatrice.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crete and Beatrice.
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Start on Main Avenue
925 ft · 29 sec · Main Avenue
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Turn right onto West 13th Street
1239 ft · 25 sec · West 13th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on West Highway 33
1.5 km · 2 min · West Highway 33
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Turn left onto Highway 103
9.5 mi · 11 min · Highway 103
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Continue on North Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Highway 103
12.9 mi · 15 min · Highway 103
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Highway 4
8.6 mi · 11 min · West Highway 4
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Turn left onto West Court Street
1.4 mi · 4 min · West Court Street
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Turn left onto North 5th Street
925 ft · 34 sec · North 5th Street
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Turn right
18 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
106 m · 26 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 Crete and Beatrice.
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 103
Continue on Highway 103
12.9 mi · 00h 15m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Crete and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Beatrice.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crete to Beatrice?
The road trip is about 40 miles (64.3 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
De Witt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.5 miles from Crete and 22.4 miles from Beatrice.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.3 miles (43.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.32 one way or $10.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Crete and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Beatrice.
Stop Ideas Near De Witt
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to De Witt.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crete and Beatrice. Straight-line distance: 27.29 mi (43.92 km).
#1 Crete
Town in Saline County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 6,875 |
| Coordinates | 40.6277800, -96.9614200 |
| Altitude | 412 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beatrice
City in Gage County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 12,264 |
| Coordinates | 40.2680600, -96.7469700 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.747018, 40.26814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.32 | $10.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.48 | $14.96 |
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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