How far is Hartington, NE from Hastings, NE?
The driving distance from Hartington, NE to Hastings, NE is about 181.9 miles (292.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.2 miles (245 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 30m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hartington and Hastings.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartington and Hastings.
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Start on North Broadway Street
1065 ft · 49 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn right onto West Franklin Street
1262 ft · 41 sec · West Franklin Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Robinson Avenue
2522 ft · 52 sec · South Robinson Avenue
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Turn right onto Highway 84
8 mi · 9 min · Highway 84
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Turn left
79.8 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 22
7.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on Columbus Avenue
2779 ft · 1 min · Columbus Avenue
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Turn left onto Gleason Street
1138 ft · 31 sec · Gleason Street
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Continue on 370th Avenue
8.9 mi · 11 min · 370th Avenue
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Turn right onto Highway 30
26 mi · 31 min · Highway 30
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Continue on 16th Street
1 km · 1 min · 16th Street
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Continue on G Street
1.4 km · 2 min · G Street
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Continue on Highway 30
17.8 mi · 21 min · Highway 30
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Turn left onto North Gunbarrel Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · North Gunbarrel Road
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Continue on Husker Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Husker Highway
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Turn right onto Highway 34
4.4 mi · 6 min · Highway 34
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Turn left onto US Highway 281
13.1 mi · 15 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on Highway 281
6.8 mi · 9 min · Highway 281
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Continue on North Burlington Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · North Burlington Avenue
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Turn left onto West 7th Street
1343 ft · 29 sec · West 7th Street
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Turn right onto North Saint Joseph Avenue
1336 ft · 1 min · North Saint Joseph Avenue
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
68 m · 4 sec · West 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hartington and Hastings.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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79.8 mi · 01h 29m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hartington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hastings.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hartington to Hastings?
The road trip is about 181.9 miles (292.8 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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?
Oconee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91 miles from Hartington and 91 miles from Hastings.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.2 miles (245 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.7 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 10:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.21 one way or $48.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hartington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hastings.
Stop Ideas Near Oconee
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 Oconee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hartington and Hastings. Straight-line distance: 152.2 mi (244.95 km).
#1 Hartington
City in Cedar County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,469 |
| Coordinates | 42.6225000, -97.2645000 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hastings
County seat of Adams County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 24,725 |
| Coordinates | 40.5861200, -98.3883900 |
| Altitude | 587 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 3rd Street (-98.38839, 40.586103)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 293 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
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 | $24.21 | $48.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.30 | $54.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.88 | $59.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.05 | $68.10 |
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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