How far is Fremont, NE from Ogallala, NE?
The driving distance from Fremont, NE to Ogallala, NE is about 323.9 miles (521.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 271.9 miles (437.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 38m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Buffalo County, Nebraska, U.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fremont and Ogallala.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont and Ogallala.
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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 1 toward Highway 77
6 m · 1 sec · Highway 77
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
3080 ft · 43 sec · Highway 77
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Continue on County Road 11
11.5 mi · 13 min · County Road 11
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Take the exit slight right
5.2 mi · 6 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
47 m · 2 sec · Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
11.7 mi · 13 min · Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
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Continue on County Road 18
1.8 mi · 2 min · County Road 18
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Continue on North Highway 77
2678 ft · 44 sec · North Highway 77
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Continue on County Road 18
10.9 mi · 12 min · County Road 18
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 west
32.2 mi · 37 min
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Continue straight
246.5 mi · 4 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 26, NE 61: Ogallala, Grant
1578 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto South Highway 26/61
1.1 km · 1 min · South Highway 26/61
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Continue on East A Street
1322 ft · 32 sec · East A Street
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
100 m · 12 sec · East 5th Street
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Turn left onto North Spruce Street
32 m · 2 sec · North Spruce Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Spruce Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fremont and Ogallala.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 80 west
Continue straight
247 mi · 04h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Fremont and Sunny near Ogallala.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fremont to Ogallala?
The road trip is about 323.9 miles (521.3 km) and usually takes 05h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gibbon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 161.7 miles from Fremont and 162.2 miles from Ogallala.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 271.9 miles (437.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 52 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.10 one way or $86.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Fremont and Ogallala, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Fremont and Sunny near Ogallala.
Stop Ideas Near Gibbon
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 Gibbon.
Hastings
Holdrege
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fremont and Ogallala. Straight-line distance: 271.89 mi (437.57 km).
#1 Fremont
Town in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 26,227 |
| Coordinates | 41.4333300, -96.4980800 |
| Altitude | 365 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ogallala
City in Keith County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 4,473 |
| Coordinates | 41.1280500, -101.7196200 |
| Altitude | 982 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ogallala (-101.71962, 41.12805)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 521 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 02m |
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 | $43.10 | $86.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $48.61 | $97.22 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $53.20 | $106.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $60.62 | $121.25 |
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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