How far is Fremont, NE from Madison, NE?
The driving distance from Fremont, NE to Madison, NE is about 72.4 miles (116.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.5 miles (90.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fremont and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont and Madison.
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Start on the route
64 m · 21 sec
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Turn left onto West 5th Street
58 m · 13 sec · West 5th Street
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Turn right onto North Broad Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street
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Continue on Highway 77
8.9 mi · 10 min · Highway 77
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Continue on Highway 275
14.3 mi · 15 min · Highway 275
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Turn left onto State Highway 91
131 m · 11 sec · State Highway 91
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Continue on Highway 91
3.7 mi · 4 min · Highway 91
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Continue on 4th Street
3104 ft · 1 min · 4th Street
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Continue on Highway 91
6 mi · 7 min · Highway 91
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Continue on Road W
17.9 mi · 21 min · Road W
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Continue on State Highway 91
9.6 mi · 11 min · State Highway 91
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Turn slight right onto 490th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 490th Street
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Turn right
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left
5 m · 1 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 Fremont and Madison.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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Continue on Road W
17.9 mi · 00h 21m
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 Fremont and Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fremont to Madison?
The road trip is about 72.4 miles (116.5 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Dodge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.2 miles from Fremont and 36.2 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.5 miles (90.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.62 one way or $19.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Fremont and Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Dodge
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 Dodge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fremont and Madison. Straight-line distance: 56.46 mi (90.86 km).
#1 Fremont
Town in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 26,227 |
| Coordinates | 41.4333300, -96.4980800 |
| Altitude | 365 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in Madison County, Florida, United States
| Population | 2,343 |
| Coordinates | 41.8283400, -97.4550500 |
| Altitude | 483 |
| Country | United States |
End: Madison (-97.45505, 41.82834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.62 | $19.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.85 | $21.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.87 | $23.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.53 | $27.05 |
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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