How far is Hebron, NE from Carleton, NE?
The driving distance from Hebron, NE to Carleton, NE is about 16.3 miles (26.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.5 miles (16.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 41m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Thayer County, Nebraska, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hebron and Carleton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hebron and Carleton.
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Start on South 7th Street
21 m · 5 sec · South 7th Street
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Turn right onto Lincoln Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Lincoln Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto Highway 4
5 mi · 6 min · Highway 4
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Turn left onto Road 5700
2629 ft · 43 sec · Road 5700
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Turn right onto Road WX
560 ft · 15 sec · Road WX
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Continue on 3rd Street
1784 ft · 1 min · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto D Street
88 m · 13 sec · D Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · D Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hebron and Carleton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
9.7 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hebron and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Carleton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hebron to Carleton?
The road trip is about 16.3 miles (26.3 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Belvidere is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.2 miles from Hebron and 8.1 miles from Carleton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.5 miles (16.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.19 one way or $4.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hebron and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Carleton.
Stop Ideas Near Belvidere
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 Belvidere.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hebron and Carleton. Straight-line distance: 10.48 mi (16.87 km).
#1 Hebron
County seat of Thayer County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,434 |
| Coordinates | 40.1663900, -97.5858800 |
| Altitude | 448 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carleton
Village in Thayer County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 86 |
| Coordinates | 40.3005600, -97.6786500 |
| Altitude | 477 |
| Country | United States |
End: D Street (-97.678612, 40.30056)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $2.19 | $4.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.47 | $4.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.70 | $5.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.08 | $6.15 |
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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