How far is Fremont, NE from Gretna, NE?
The driving distance from Fremont, NE to Gretna, NE is about 29.3 miles (47.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.2 miles (39 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m 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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City in Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fremont and Gretna.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont and Gretna.
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Start on the route
44 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
57 m · 16 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left onto North Broad Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Broad Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Highway 77
103 m · 4 sec · Highway 77
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
1.4 mi · 2 min · Highway 77
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Highway 77
50 m · 2 sec · Highway 77
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
1.4 mi · 2 min · Highway 77
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward US 275 East: Omaha
5 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 275 East: Omaha
1952 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
12.4 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6 West, NE 31: Elkhorn, Lincoln
1589 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 6 West: Lincoln
141 m · 11 sec
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Merge slight left onto North 204th Street
4.9 mi · 7 min · North 204th Street
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Continue on Highway 6/31
2.3 mi · 3 min · Highway 6/31
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Continue on North Highway 6
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Highway 6
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Turn right onto West Westplains Road
64 m · 14 sec · West Westplains Road
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Turn left onto Pontiac Drive
107 m · 15 sec · Pontiac Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pontiac Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fremont and Gretna.
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.
US 275 East
Merge slight left
12.4 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Fremont and Chance Rain Showers near Gretna.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fremont to Gretna?
The road trip is about 29.3 miles (47.1 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?
Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.7 miles from Fremont and 14.7 miles from Gretna.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.2 miles (39 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.88 one way or $7.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Fremont and Chance Rain Showers near Gretna.
Stop Ideas Near Valley
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 Valley.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fremont and Gretna. Straight-line distance: 24.26 mi (39.04 km).
#1 Fremont
Town in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 26,227 |
| Coordinates | 41.4333300, -96.4980800 |
| Altitude | 365 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gretna
City in Sarpy County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 5,024 |
| Coordinates | 41.1408300, -96.2397400 |
| Altitude | 387 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gretna (-96.23974, 41.14083)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.88 | $7.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.38 | $8.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.79 | $9.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.46 | $10.93 |
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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