How far is Milford, NE from Pleasant Dale, NE?

Fastest route

The route from Milford, Nebraska 68405, USA to Pleasant Dale, Nebraska 68423, USA is a 12-minute drive covering a distance of 7.5 miles via Van Dorn Rd.

Directions

  1. Head north on 1st St toward US-6 E. (2 min, 0.4 mi)
  2. Turn left onto US-6 E. (1 min, 0.8 mi)
  3. Continue on Van Dorn Rd. (10 min, 6.4 mi)
  4. Turn right onto Main St. in Pleasant Dale. (0.2 mi)

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Follow the directions carefully to ensure you stay on the correct route.
  • ⚠️ Be aware of any road closures or construction that may affect the suggested route.
  • 🕒 Consider checking real-time traffic updates before you begin your journey.
  • 🗺️ Use a reliable navigation app or GPS device to assist you during the drive.
  • ⛽️ Ensure you have enough fuel for the trip.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic rules and drive safely.
  • 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and easily accessible for any emergencies.
Trip Tools

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This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
10.74 mi
00h 14m
Flight
6.31 mi
10.15 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
6.31 mi
Kilometers
10.15 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
10.74 mi
Kilometers
17.28 km
Drive Time
00h 14m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pleasant Dale
Sat, Oct 17, 9:25 AM CDT
Return by in Milford
Sat, Oct 17, 9:39 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Milford
2026-10-17T09:10
Arrive Pleasant Dale
Sat, Oct 17, 9:25 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:14 AM to 7:14 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
8:02 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Milford
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Seward
NE

City in Alaska, USA

From Milford
5.8 mi
00h 07m
To Pleasant Dale
4.9 mi
00h 07m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Today

Widespread Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, Oct 17 8:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 17 mph SSW
Destination
59°F
Saturday

Widespread Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, Oct 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 14 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Milford and Pleasant Dale.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Milford and Pleasant Dale.

  1. 1

    Start on North A Street

    27 m · 9 sec · North A Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 1st Street

    1589 ft · 1 min · 1st Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North State Highway

    707 ft · 16 sec · North State Highway

  4. 4

    Continue on 238th Road

    3 mi · 4 min · 238th Road

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right toward I 80 east

    1506 ft · 37 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    5.5 mi · 6 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward NE 103: Crete, Pleasant Dale, Doane University

    1544 ft · 38 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto 154th Road

    2127 ft · 30 sec · 154th Road

  9. 9

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 154th Road

    41 m · 2 sec · 154th Road

  10. 10

    Exit the roundabout onto 154th Road

    1.4 mi · 2 min · 154th Road

  11. 11

    Continue on North 5th Street

    630 ft · 15 sec · North 5th Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Main Street

    660 ft · 18 sec · Main Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Milford and Pleasant Dale.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
13 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
121.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 80 east
5.78 mi · 54%
238th Road
3.04 mi · 28%
154th Road
1.8 mi · 17%
1st Street
0.3 mi · 3%
NE 103
0.29 mi · 3%
North State Highway
0.13 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 80 east

Merge slight left

5.49 mi · 00h 06m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 14m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.4 mi
6.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Seward
00h 07m from Milford
Leave By
8:02 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Milford and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Pleasant Dale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Milford to Pleasant Dale?

The road trip is about 10.7 miles (17.3 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?

Seward is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.8 miles from Milford and 4.9 miles from Pleasant Dale.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 6.3 miles (10.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 8:02 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.59 one way or $3.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Milford and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Pleasant Dale.

Stop Ideas Near Seward

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Seward, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Seward.

RAIL

Lincoln

34 mi away
201 North 7th St.
RAIL

Omaha

105 mi away
1003 S. 9th Street
RAIL

Hastings

114 mi away
501 West First St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Milford and Pleasant Dale. Straight-line distance: 6.31 mi (10.15 km).

Milford

#1 Milford

City in Seward County, Nebraska, United States of America

Population2,014
Coordinates40.7744500, -97.0505900
Altitude443
CountryUnited States
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#2 Pleasant Dale

Human settlement in Seward County, Nebraska, United States of America

Population200
Coordinates40.7919500, -96.9322500
Altitude402
CountryUnited States
Start: North A Street (-97.050357, 40.774446)
End: Main Street (-96.932249, 40.792197)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 17 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 12m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 10m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 09m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 08m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.38 gal
1.43 L · about $1.59
Round trip
$3.17
0.76 gal · 2.86 L
Estimated CO2
3.4 kg one way
Round trip: 6.8 kg / 15 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.18 $1.59 $3.17
Mid-grade $4.45 $1.69 $3.38
Premium $4.99 $1.90 $3.80
Diesel $6.06 $2.30 $4.61

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Nebraska · Oct 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Milford and Pleasant Dale. The current time is 09:10:58.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.