How far is Gordon, NE from Hastings, NE?

The driving distance from Gordon, NE to Hastings, NE is about 318 miles (511.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 19m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 249.4 miles (401.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
317.97 mi
05h 19m
Flight
249.42 mi
401.4 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
249.42 mi
Kilometers
401.4 km
Flight Time
00h 30m

Driving Distance

Road route
317.97 mi
Kilometers
511.73 km
Drive Time
05h 19m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 05h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hastings
Fri, May 22, 2:23 AM CDT
Return by in Gordon
Fri, May 22, 6:43 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gordon
2026-05-21T20:03
Arrive Hastings
Fri, May 22, 1:23 AM MDT
Route Timing
05h 19m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
12:20 PM to 2:20 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
6:20 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gordon
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Halsey
NE

Village in Nebraska, United States

From Gordon
158.8 mi
02h 39m
To Hastings
159.2 mi
02h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, May 21 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S
Destination
62°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, May 21 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph ESE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Gordon and Hastings.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gordon and Hastings.

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    3211 ft · 1 min · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on State Highway 27

    53.6 mi · 1 hr 2 min · State Highway 27

  3. 3

    Continue on Main Street

    1394 ft · 33 sec · Main Street

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 2

    66.6 mi · 1 hr 20 min · State Highway 2

  5. 5

    Continue on Southeast 1st Street

    25.2 mi · 29 min · Southeast 1st Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Court Street

    1.1 km · 45 sec · Court Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Highway 2

    16.5 mi · 19 min · Highway 2

  8. 8

    Continue on Jewett Avenue

    50.6 mi · 59 min · Jewett Avenue

  9. 9

    Continue on South E Street

    2.1 mi · 2 min · South E Street

  10. 10

    Continue on Highway 2

    57.7 mi · 1 hr 7 min · Highway 2

  11. 11

    Continue on West Nebraska Highway 2

    2.7 mi · 3 min · West Nebraska Highway 2

  12. 12

    Continue on West Highway 2

    15.5 mi · 18 min · West Highway 2

  13. 13

    Take the exit right toward US 281 South, NE 2 East

    4.6 mi · 7 min

  14. 14

    Continue on US Highway 281

    13.1 mi · 15 min · US Highway 281

  15. 15

    Continue on Highway 281

    6.8 mi · 9 min · Highway 281

  16. 16

    Continue on North Burlington Avenue

    1.4 km · 2 min · North Burlington Avenue

  17. 17

    Turn left onto West 7th Street

    1343 ft · 29 sec · West 7th Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto North Saint Joseph Avenue

    1336 ft · 1 min · North Saint Joseph Avenue

  19. 19

    Turn right onto West 3rd Street

    68 m · 4 sec · West 3rd Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Gordon and Hastings.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
20 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 2
74.2 mi · 23%
State Highway 2
66.6 mi · 21%
State Highway 27
53.6 mi · 17%
Jewett Avenue
50.6 mi · 16%
Southeast 1st Street
25.2 mi · 8%
West Highway 2
15.5 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

State Highway 2

At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 2

66.6 mi · 01h 20m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
05h 19m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+68.6 mi
249.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Halsey
02h 39m from Gordon
Leave By
6:20 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gordon and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hastings.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gordon to Hastings?

The road trip is about 318 miles (511.7 km) and usually takes 05h 19m 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?

Halsey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 158.8 miles from Gordon and 159.2 miles from Hastings.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 249.4 miles (401.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 68.6 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:20 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.31 one way or $84.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.7 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gordon and Hastings, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gordon and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hastings.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gordon and Hastings. Straight-line distance: 249.42 mi (401.4 km).

Gordon

#1 Gordon

City in Sheridan County in the state of Nebraska

Population1,486
Coordinates42.8047200, -102.2032200
Altitude1083
CountryUnited States
Hastings

#2 Hastings

County seat of Adams County, Nebraska, United States

Population24,725
Coordinates40.5861200, -98.3883900
Altitude587
CountryUnited States
Start: East 2nd Street (-102.20322, 42.804768)
End: West 3rd Street (-98.38839, 40.586103)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 512 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)10h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 56m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
11.22 gal
42.47 L · about $42.31
Round trip
$84.62
22.44 gal · 84.94 L
Estimated CO2
99.7 kg one way
Round trip: 199.4 kg / 440 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $42.31 $84.62
Mid-grade $4.25 $47.72 $95.44
Premium $4.65 $52.22 $104.44
Diesel $5.30 $59.51 $119.02

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 · May 22, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Gordon, NE and Hastings, NE. The current time in Gordon is 20:03:54, although it is 21:03:54 in Hastings.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.