How far is Fairbury, NE from Beatrice, NE?
The driving distance from Fairbury, NE to Beatrice, NE is about 28.1 miles (45.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.6 miles (39.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
Human settlement in Jefferson County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairbury and Beatrice.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairbury and Beatrice.
-
1
Start on 6th Street
2638 ft · 1 min · 6th Street
-
2
Turn left onto K Street
1 km · 1 min · K Street
-
3
Turn right onto 14th Street
732 ft · 18 sec · 14th Street
-
4
Continue on Highway 136
14.8 mi · 19 min · Highway 136
-
5
Continue on West US Highway 136
7.6 mi · 10 min · West US Highway 136
-
6
Turn right onto West Lilac Road
2 mi · 3 min · West Lilac Road
-
7
Turn left onto US Highway 77
2904 ft · 40 sec · US Highway 77
-
8
Continue on South 6th Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · South 6th Street
-
9
Turn sharp left
28 m · 14 sec
-
10
Turn left
25 m · 7 sec
-
11
Turn right
11 m · 3 sec
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairbury and Beatrice.
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.
Highway 136
Continue on Highway 136
14.8 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Fairbury and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Beatrice.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairbury to Beatrice?
The road trip is about 28.1 miles (45.2 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Harbine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14 miles from Fairbury and 14 miles from Beatrice.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.6 miles (39.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.73 one way or $7.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Fairbury and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Beatrice.
Stop Ideas Near Harbine
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 Harbine.
Lincoln
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairbury and Beatrice. Straight-line distance: 24.61 mi (39.6 km).
#1 Fairbury
City in Jefferson County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 3,646 |
| Coordinates | 40.1372200, -97.1805900 |
| Altitude | 404 |
| 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: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.73 | $7.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.61 | $9.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.25 | $10.50 |
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 18, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.