How far is Milford, NE from Hastings, NE?
The driving distance from Milford, NE to Hastings, NE is about 80.2 miles (129 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.3 miles (114.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
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
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City in York County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Milford and Hastings.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford and Hastings.
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Start on North A Street
27 m · 9 sec · North A Street
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Turn left onto 1st Street
1589 ft · 1 min · 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North State Highway
707 ft · 16 sec · North State Highway
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Continue on 238th Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · 238th Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 80 west
1493 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
69.3 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 34, US 281: Grand Island, Hastings
1422 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left
2268 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 281
8.5 mi · 10 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on Highway 281
6.8 mi · 9 min · Highway 281
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Continue on North Burlington Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · North Burlington Avenue
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Turn left onto West 7th Street
1343 ft · 29 sec · West 7th Street
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Turn right onto North Saint Joseph Avenue
1336 ft · 1 min · North Saint Joseph Avenue
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
68 m · 4 sec · West 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Milford and Hastings.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 west
Merge slight left
69.3 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Milford and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hastings.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Milford to Hastings?
The road trip is about 80.2 miles (129 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Henderson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.2 miles from Milford and 34.9 miles from Hastings.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.3 miles (114.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 3:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.67 one way or $21.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Milford and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hastings.
Stop Ideas Near Henderson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Milford and Hastings. Straight-line distance: 71.3 mi (114.74 km).
#1 Milford
City in Seward County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 2,014 |
| Coordinates | 40.7744500, -97.0505900 |
| Altitude | 443 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hastings
County seat of Adams County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 24,725 |
| Coordinates | 40.5861200, -98.3883900 |
| Altitude | 587 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 3rd Street (-98.38839, 40.586103)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.67 | $21.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.04 | $24.07 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.17 | $26.34 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.01 | $30.02 |
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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