How far is Gretna, NE from Beatrice, NE?
The driving distance from Gretna, NE to Beatrice, NE is about 79.7 miles (128.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.9 miles (106 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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 01h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The capital of Nebraska and the center of the Lincoln metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gretna and Beatrice.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gretna and Beatrice.
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Start on Pontiac Drive
135 m · 25 sec · Pontiac Drive
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Turn left onto West Angus Road
39 m · 10 sec · West Angus Road
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Turn right onto South Highway 6
3.1 mi · 5 min · South Highway 6
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Continue on South Highway 31
968 ft · 20 sec · South Highway 31
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 west
2719 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
34.8 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 77 South: Beatrice
2900 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 77 South: Beatrice
9.1 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US Highway 77
1.5 mi · 2 min · US Highway 77
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Continue on South 12th Street
6.8 mi · 7 min · South 12th Street
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Continue on US Highway 77
3.8 mi · 4 min · US Highway 77
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Continue on Highway 77
16.3 mi · 18 min · Highway 77
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Continue on North 6th Street
2.8 mi · 5 min · North 6th Street
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Turn slight right
28 m · 14 sec
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Turn left
25 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
11 m · 3 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 Gretna and Beatrice.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 west
Merge slight left
34.8 mi · 00h 36m
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 Gretna and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Beatrice.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gretna to Beatrice?
The road trip is about 79.7 miles (128.2 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Lincoln is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.8 miles from Gretna and 39.9 miles from Beatrice.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.9 miles (106 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.60 one way or $21.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Gretna and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Beatrice.
Stop Ideas Near Lincoln
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Lincoln
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gretna and Beatrice. Straight-line distance: 65.9 mi (106.05 km).
#1 Gretna
City in Sarpy County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 5,024 |
| Coordinates | 41.1408300, -96.2397400 |
| Altitude | 387 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beatrice
City in Gage County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 12,264 |
| Coordinates | 40.2680600, -96.7469700 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.747018, 40.26814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.60 | $21.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.08 | $26.16 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
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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