How far is Gothenburg, NE from Overton, NE?
The driving distance from Gothenburg, NE to Overton, NE is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 14m 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 37m.
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.
Halfway Point
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City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gothenburg and Overton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gothenburg and Overton.
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Start on Lake Avenue
1112 ft · 49 sec · Lake Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1 km · 1 min · 8th Street
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
754 ft · 11 sec · Lincoln Highway
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Continue on Highway 30
22.2 mi · 27 min · Highway 30
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Continue on West Pacific Avenue
1.1 km · 52 sec · West Pacific Avenue
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Continue on West Pacific Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Pacific Street
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Continue on Highway 30
10.2 mi · 12 min · Highway 30
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highway 30
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gothenburg and Overton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 30
Continue on Highway 30
22.2 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Sunny leaving Gothenburg and Sunny near Overton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gothenburg to Overton?
The road trip is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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?
Lexington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Gothenburg and 17.8 miles from Overton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.75 one way or $9.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gothenburg and Sunny near Overton.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington
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 Lexington.
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Hastings
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gothenburg and Overton. Straight-line distance: 35.14 mi (56.55 km).
#1 Gothenburg
City in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 3,424 |
| Coordinates | 40.9294500, -100.1606800 |
| Altitude | 783 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Overton
Village in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 564 |
| Coordinates | 40.7386200, -99.5376100 |
| Altitude | 707 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highway 30 (-99.537636, 40.738633)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.36 | $10.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.86 | $11.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.68 | $13.37 |
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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