How far is Omaha, NE from Madison, NE?
The driving distance from Omaha, NE to Madison, NE is about 108.6 miles (174.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.7 miles (141.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 27m 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 02h 13m.
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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 Omaha and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omaha and Madison.
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Start on Harney Street
54 m · 10 sec · Harney Street
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Turn right onto South 18th Street
112 m · 20 sec · South 18th Street
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Turn right onto Howard Street
96 m · 18 sec · Howard Street
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Turn right onto South 19th Street
1525 ft · 1 min · South 19th Street
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Turn left onto Dodge Street
5 mi · 12 min · Dodge Street
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Continue on West Dodge Road
13.8 mi · 18 min · West Dodge Road
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Continue straight
19.7 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right
1284 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left
143 m · 15 sec
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Turn right onto Highway 77
7.6 mi · 8 min · Highway 77
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Continue on Highway 275
14.3 mi · 15 min · Highway 275
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Turn left onto State Highway 91
131 m · 11 sec · State Highway 91
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Continue on Highway 91
3.7 mi · 4 min · Highway 91
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Continue on 4th Street
3104 ft · 1 min · 4th Street
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Continue on Highway 91
6 mi · 7 min · Highway 91
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Continue on Road W
17.9 mi · 21 min · Road W
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Continue on State Highway 91
9.6 mi · 11 min · State Highway 91
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Turn slight right onto 490th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 490th Street
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Turn right
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left
5 m · 1 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Omaha and Madison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Dodge Road
Continue straight
19.7 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Omaha and Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Omaha to Madison?
The road trip is about 108.6 miles (174.7 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Scribner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.2 miles from Omaha and 54.4 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.7 miles (141.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.44 one way or $28.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Omaha and Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Scribner
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 Scribner.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Omaha and Madison. Straight-line distance: 87.73 mi (141.19 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 Madison
City in Madison County, Florida, United States
| Population | 2,343 |
| Coordinates | 41.8283400, -97.4550500 |
| Altitude | 483 |
| Country | United States |
End: Madison (-97.45505, 41.82834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.44 | $28.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.29 | $32.58 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.82 | $35.65 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.31 | $40.63 |
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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