How far is Jackson, NE from Homer, NE?
The driving distance from Jackson, NE to Homer, NE is about 16.1 miles (25.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.6 miles (15.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 39m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Dakota City is a city located in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Homer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Homer.
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Start on East Elk Street
1148 ft · 28 sec · East Elk Street
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Continue on Highway 20
6.1 mi · 7 min · Highway 20
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Take the exit slight right toward US 77 South, US 75 South: Fair Grounds
2615 ft · 45 sec
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Turn straight onto Highway 77
9.2 mi · 11 min · Highway 77
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Turn right onto John Street
638 ft · 29 sec · John Street
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Turn right onto 1st Street
31 m · 5 sec · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Homer.
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.
Highway 77
Turn straight onto Highway 77
9.16 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.
Sunny leaving Jackson and Sunny near Homer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Homer?
The road trip is about 16.1 miles (25.9 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Dakota City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8 miles from Jackson and 8.1 miles from Homer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.6 miles (15.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.15 one way or $4.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackson and Sunny near Homer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Homer. Straight-line distance: 9.58 mi (15.41 km).
#1 Jackson
Village in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 199 |
| Coordinates | 42.4486100, -96.5647600 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Homer
Village in Nebraska
| Population | 520 |
| Coordinates | 42.3216600, -96.4894800 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
End: Homer (-96.48948, 42.32166)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.15 | $4.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.42 | $4.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.65 | $5.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.02 | $6.05 |
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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