How far is Gothenburg, NE from Sumner, NE?
The driving distance from Gothenburg, NE to Sumner, NE is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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 Sumner.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gothenburg and Sumner.
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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
9.3 mi · 11 min · Highway 30
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Turn slight left onto West 8th Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · West 8th Street
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Continue on Road 761
10.9 mi · 16 min · Road 761
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Turn left onto Highway 21
10 mi · 12 min · Highway 21
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Turn right onto Road 771
6.3 mi · 9 min · Road 771
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Turn right onto Highway 40
8 mi · 9 min · Highway 40
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Turn right onto Ash Street
559 ft · 25 sec · Ash Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ash Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gothenburg and Sumner.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Road 761
Continue on Road 761
10.9 mi · 00h 16m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gothenburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sumner.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gothenburg to Sumner?
The road trip is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Lexington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.7 miles from Gothenburg and 23.7 miles from Sumner.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.30 one way or $12.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gothenburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sumner.
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.
Holdrege
McCook
Hastings
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gothenburg and Sumner. Straight-line distance: 34.23 mi (55.09 km).
#1 Gothenburg
City in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 3,424 |
| Coordinates | 40.9294500, -100.1606800 |
| Altitude | 783 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sumner
City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 218 |
| Coordinates | 40.9500100, -99.5053800 |
| Altitude | 721 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ash Street (-99.505391, 40.95001)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.10 | $14.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
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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