How far is North Platte, NE from Crete, NE?
The driving distance from North Platte, NE to Crete, NE is about 222.5 miles (358.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 201.6 miles (324.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 51m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Platte and Crete.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Platte and Crete.
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Start on the route
48 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto West William Avenue
122 m · 20 sec · West William Avenue
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Turn right onto South Jeffers Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Jeffers Street
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Take the exit slight left toward I 80 East
2977 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
191.2 mi · 3 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NE 80E Link: Beaver Crossing
1654 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto 420th Road
8.4 mi · 10 min · 420th Road
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Continue on Highway 80E
3 mi · 4 min · Highway 80E
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Turn left onto 1st Street
1 mi · 2 min · 1st Street
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Continue on Highway 6
5.6 mi · 7 min · Highway 6
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Turn right onto Highway 33
11 mi · 13 min · Highway 33
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Continue on West 13th Street
1239 ft · 32 sec · West 13th Street
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Turn left onto Main Avenue
925 ft · 25 sec · Main Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Platte and Crete.
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 East
Merge slight left
191 mi · 03h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving North Platte and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Crete.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Platte to Crete?
The road trip is about 222.5 miles (358.1 km) and usually takes 03h 51m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gibbon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111 miles from North Platte and 111.5 miles from Crete.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 201.6 miles (324.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.60 one way or $59.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around North Platte and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Crete.
Stop Ideas Near Gibbon
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 Gibbon.
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Holdrege
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Platte and Crete. Straight-line distance: 201.65 mi (324.53 km).
#1 North Platte
City in Lincoln County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 23,202 |
| Coordinates | 41.1238900, -100.7654200 |
| Altitude | 854 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crete
Town in Saline County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 6,875 |
| Coordinates | 40.6277800, -96.9614200 |
| Altitude | 412 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crete (-96.96142, 40.62778)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 358 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
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 | $29.60 | $59.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.39 | $66.77 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $36.53 | $73.07 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $41.64 | $83.27 |
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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