How far is Farnam, NE from Gothenburg, NE?
The driving distance from Farnam, NE to Gothenburg, NE is about 18.4 miles (29.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Farnam and Gothenburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farnam and Gothenburg.
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Start on Moose Street
873 ft · 18 sec · Moose Street
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Continue on Highway 23
2009 ft · 26 sec · Highway 23
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Continue on State Highway 23
1.9 mi · 2 min · State Highway 23
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Turn left onto Highway 47
14.2 mi · 16 min · Highway 47
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Continue on South Lake Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Lake Avenue
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Turn left onto 4th Street
52 m · 5 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Lake Avenue
2677 ft · 1 min · Lake Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lake Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Farnam and Gothenburg.
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 47
Turn left onto Highway 47
14.2 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Farnam and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gothenburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Farnam to Gothenburg?
The road trip is about 18.4 miles (29.6 km) and usually takes 00h 22m 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?
Cozad is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.2 miles from Farnam and 9.2 miles from Gothenburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.45 one way or $4.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Farnam and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gothenburg.
Stop Ideas Near Cozad
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 Farnam and Gothenburg. Straight-line distance: 15.71 mi (25.28 km).
#1 Farnam
City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 164 |
| Coordinates | 40.7058400, -100.2148600 |
| Altitude | 839 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gothenburg
City in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 3,424 |
| Coordinates | 40.9294500, -100.1606800 |
| Altitude | 783 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gothenburg (-100.16068, 40.92945)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.03 | $6.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.45 | $6.90 |
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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