How far is Hastings, NE from Pierce, NE?
The driving distance from Hastings, NE to Pierce, NE is about 146.8 miles (236.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120 miles (193.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 55m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 57m.
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.
Human settlement in Merrick County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hastings and Pierce.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hastings and Pierce.
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Start on West 3rd Street
1121 ft · 33 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn right onto North Burlington Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · North Burlington Avenue
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Continue on Highway 281
6.8 mi · 9 min · Highway 281
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Continue on US Highway 281
8.3 mi · 9 min · US Highway 281
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Take the exit right toward I 80 east
2154 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Grand Island
2525 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto South Locust Street
4.4 mi · 5 min · South Locust Street
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Turn right onto Highway 34
2.4 mi · 3 min · Highway 34
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Turn left onto Husker Highway
1.2 km · 59 sec · Husker Highway
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Continue on South Gunbarrel Road
4 mi · 6 min · South Gunbarrel Road
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Turn right onto Highway 30
17.8 mi · 21 min · Highway 30
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Continue on G Street
1.4 km · 2 min · G Street
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Continue on 16th Street
1 km · 1 min · 16th Street
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Continue on Highway 30
26 mi · 31 min · Highway 30
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Turn left onto 370th Avenue
8.9 mi · 11 min · 370th Avenue
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Continue on Gleason Street
1138 ft · 33 sec · Gleason Street
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Turn right onto Columbus Avenue
2779 ft · 55 sec · Columbus Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 22
7.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 22
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At the end of the road, turn left
44.7 mi · 49 min
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Turn left onto Highway 13
1.6 km · 1 min · Highway 13
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Continue on Main Street
1977 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn straight onto Highway 13
7 mi · 8 min · Highway 13
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Continue on State Highway 13
1247 ft · 25 sec · State Highway 13
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Continue on East Willow Street
1766 ft · 35 sec · East Willow Street
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Turn right onto South Lucas Street
1048 ft · 27 sec · South Lucas Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
155 m · 10 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hastings and Pierce.
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
At the end of the road, turn left
44.7 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Hastings and Chance Rain Showers near Pierce.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hastings to Pierce?
The road trip is about 146.8 miles (236.2 km) and usually takes 02h 57m 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?
Silver Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.4 miles from Hastings and 73.4 miles from Pierce.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120 miles (193.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.8 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 12:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.53 one way or $39.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Hastings and Chance Rain Showers near Pierce.
Stop Ideas Near Silver Creek
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 Silver Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hastings and Pierce. Straight-line distance: 120.07 mi (193.23 km).
#1 Hastings
County seat of Adams County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 24,725 |
| Coordinates | 40.5861200, -98.3883900 |
| Altitude | 587 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pierce
City in Nebraska
| Population | 1,734 |
| Coordinates | 42.1991700, -97.5267200 |
| Altitude | 482 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pierce (-97.52672, 42.19917)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.53 | $39.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.03 | $44.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.11 | $48.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.47 | $54.95 |
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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