How far is Lexington, NE from Gothenburg, NE?
The driving distance from Lexington, NE to Gothenburg, NE is about 25 miles (40.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.2 miles (38.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lexington and Gothenburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington and Gothenburg.
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Start on North Washington Street
1507 ft · 45 sec · North Washington Street
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Turn right onto East Pacific Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East Pacific Street
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Continue on West Pacific Avenue
1.1 km · 52 sec · West Pacific Avenue
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Continue on Highway 30
22.2 mi · 27 min · Highway 30
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
754 ft · 11 sec · Lincoln Highway
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Continue on 8th Street
1 km · 1 min · 8th Street
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Turn right onto Lake Avenue
1112 ft · 42 sec · Lake Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lake Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lexington and Gothenburg.
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 30
Continue on Highway 30
22.2 mi · 00h 27m
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 Lexington and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gothenburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lexington to Gothenburg?
The road trip is about 25 miles (40.2 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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?
Cozad is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.4 miles from Lexington and 12.5 miles from Gothenburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.2 miles (38.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.32 one way or $6.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lexington and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gothenburg.
Stop Ideas Near Cozad
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lexington and Gothenburg. Straight-line distance: 24.2 mi (38.94 km).
#1 Lexington
City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 10,109 |
| Coordinates | 40.7808400, -99.7415000 |
| Altitude | 729 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gothenburg
City in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 3,424 |
| Coordinates | 40.9294500, -100.1606800 |
| Altitude | 783 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gothenburg (-100.16068, 40.92945)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.32 | $6.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.74 | $7.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.10 | $8.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.67 | $9.34 |
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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