How far is Kimball, NE from Omaha, NE?
Fastest route
To travel from Kimball, Nebraska (ZIP code 69145) to Omaha, Nebraska, you need to take I-80 E, covering a distance of approximately 436 miles (701 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 6 hours and 5 minutes. Please note that Omaha is in a different time zone than Kimball.
Directions
- 🚗 Head east on W 3rd St toward Rd 41 E/S Chestnut St/Old Hwy 71.
- 🔄 Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Rd 41 E/S Chestnut St/Old Hwy 71 and continue following Rd 41 E/Old Hwy 71.
- ➡️ Merge onto I-80 E toward Sidney.
- 🛣️ Follow I-80 E until you reach S 28th St in Omaha.
- 🚢 Take exit 2A from I-480 E/US-75 N.
- 🚧 Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 2A toward Harney Street/Dodge Street.
- 🚘 Drive to Harney St.
Tips & Suggestions
- ⏱️ Allow around 6 hours and 5 minutes for the journey.
- ⛽ Plan for necessary fuel stops along the way.
- 🍴 Consider having meals or snacks during the trip.
- ☕ Take short breaks to rest and stretch during the long drive.
- 🛣️ Stay on I-80 E for the fastest route.
- 🚧 Check for any road closures or traffic updates before starting the journey.
- 🕑 Keep in mind the time zone difference upon reaching Omaha.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 11m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kimball and Omaha.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kimball and Omaha.
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Start on South Chesnut Street
13 m · 8 sec · South Chesnut Street
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Turn left onto East 3rd Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Link 53E
1568 ft · 27 sec · Link 53E
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Link 53E
60 m · 3 sec · Link 53E
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Exit the roundabout onto Link 53E
142 m · 10 sec · Link 53E
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Turn right onto South Highway 71
1.1 mi · 1 min · South Highway 71
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 east
1250 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
429.6 mi · 7 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 480 North, US 75: Eppley Airfield, Downtown, Bellevue
1535 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Gerald R Ford Expressway
2 mi · 2 min · Gerald R Ford Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Harney Street, Dodge Street
1034 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Harney Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Harney Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Harney Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kimball and Omaha.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 80 east
Merge slight left
430 mi · 07h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Kimball and Sunny near Omaha.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kimball to Omaha?
The road trip is about 435.8 miles (701.3 km) and usually takes 06h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lexington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 217.3 miles from Kimball and 218.5 miles from Omaha.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 401 miles (645.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.8 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $58.00 one way or $116.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 136.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Kimball and Omaha, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Kimball and Sunny near Omaha.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington
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 Lexington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kimball and Omaha. Straight-line distance: 401.06 mi (645.44 km).
#1 Kimball
City in Kimball County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 2,282 |
| Coordinates | 41.2358100, -103.6630000 |
| Altitude | 1437 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Omaha
The largest city in Nebraska and the center of the Omaha metropolitan area.
| Population | 478,393 |
| Coordinates | 41.2562600, -95.9404300 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
End: Harney Street (-95.940428, 41.256566)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 701 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $58.00 | $116.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $65.41 | $130.82 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $71.58 | $143.16 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $81.58 | $163.15 |
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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