How far is Omaha, NE from Hartington, NE?
The driving distance from Omaha, NE to Hartington, NE is about 148.6 miles (239.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.4 miles (187.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Omaha and Hartington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omaha and Hartington.
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Start on Harney Street
1254 ft · 56 sec · Harney Street
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Turn left onto South 15th Street
767 ft · 27 sec · South 15th Street
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Turn right onto Douglas Street
1926 ft · 1 min · Douglas Street
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Take the exit straight toward I 480 East
1547 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gerald R Ford Expressway
2933 ft · 50 sec · Gerald R Ford Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 29 North: Sioux City
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
90.3 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 129 West, US 20 West, US 75 South: South Sioux City
1716 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
37.2 mi · 44 min
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Turn slight right onto Highway 59
6.5 mi · 8 min · Highway 59
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Turn right onto Highway 57
11.2 mi · 13 min · Highway 57
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Continue on South Robinson Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · South Robinson Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1271 ft · 58 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
12 m · 2 sec · North Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Omaha and Hartington.
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 29 North
Merge slight left
90.3 mi · 01h 38m
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 Omaha and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hartington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Omaha to Hartington?
The road trip is about 148.6 miles (239.2 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Macy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.3 miles from Omaha and 74.4 miles from Hartington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.4 miles (187.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.2 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 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.76 one way or $39.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Omaha and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hartington.
Stop Ideas Near Macy
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 Macy.
Omaha
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Omaha and Hartington. Straight-line distance: 116.36 mi (187.27 km).
#1 Omaha
The largest city in Nebraska and the center of the Omaha metropolitan area.
| Population | 478,393 |
| Coordinates | 41.2562600, -95.9404300 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hartington
City in Cedar County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,469 |
| Coordinates | 42.6225000, -97.2645000 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hartington (-97.2645, 42.6225)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 239 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $19.76 | $39.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.29 | $44.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.39 | $48.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.79 | $55.59 |
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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