How far is Monterey, NE from Bancroft, NE?
The driving distance from Monterey, NE to Bancroft, NE is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.3 miles (31.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Cuming County, Nebraska
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monterey and Bancroft.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monterey and Bancroft.
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Start on 12 Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · 12 Road
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Turn right onto Highway 32
4.7 mi · 6 min · Highway 32
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Continue on West Grove Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Grove Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Lincoln Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · South Lincoln Street
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Continue on Highway 275
2169 ft · 28 sec · Highway 275
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Turn right onto Highway 9
9.9 mi · 16 min · Highway 9
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Turn right onto Highway 51
7.1 mi · 12 min · Highway 51
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 km · 3 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monterey and Bancroft.
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 9
Turn right onto Highway 9
9.89 mi · 00h 16m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monterey to Bancroft?
The road trip is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Beemer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Monterey and 13.6 miles from Bancroft.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.3 miles (31.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.62 one way or $7.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Beemer
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monterey and Bancroft. Straight-line distance: 19.33 mi (31.11 km).
#1 Monterey
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 197 |
| Coordinates | 41.7927800, -96.8050300 |
| Altitude | 447 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bancroft
Village in Nebraska
| Population | 470 |
| Coordinates | 42.0127700, -96.5728100 |
| Altitude | 408 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-96.572837, 42.01277)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.09 | $10.18 |
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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