How far is Omaha, NE from Plainview, NE?
The driving distance from Omaha, NE to Plainview, NE is about 146.1 miles (235.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.7 miles (195.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 56m 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 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Nebraska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Omaha and Plainview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omaha and Plainview.
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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 · 18 sec · South 18th Street
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Turn right onto Howard Street
96 m · 16 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
23 mi · 25 min · Highway 275
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Continue on South Lincoln Street
1.8 mi · 2 min · South Lincoln Street
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Continue on Highway 275
7 mi · 8 min · Highway 275
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Continue on Front Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Front Street
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Continue on Highway 275
5.9 mi · 8 min · Highway 275
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Continue on E Avenue East
2749 ft · 1 min · E Avenue East
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Continue on Avenue E West
2531 ft · 1 min · Avenue E West
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Continue on Highway 275
23.5 mi · 27 min · Highway 275
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Continue on East Omaha Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · East Omaha Avenue
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Turn right onto South 13th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · South 13th Street
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Continue on North 13th Street
5 mi · 6 min · North 13th Street
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Turn left onto Highway 13
1.6 km · 1 min · Highway 13
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Continue on Main Street
1977 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn straight onto Highway 13
7 mi · 8 min · Highway 13
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Continue on State Highway 13
1247 ft · 25 sec · State Highway 13
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Continue on East Willow Street
1766 ft · 35 sec · East Willow Street
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Turn right onto South Lucas Street
1822 ft · 40 sec · South Lucas Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Highway 13
17.5 mi · 20 min · Highway 13
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Park Avenue
2416 ft · 1 min · West Park Avenue
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Turn right onto South Maple Street
119 m · 17 sec · South Maple Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Maple Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Omaha and Plainview.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 275
Continue on Highway 275
23.5 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Omaha and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Plainview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Omaha to Plainview?
The road trip is about 146.1 miles (235.1 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
West Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.9 miles from Omaha and 73.1 miles from Plainview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.7 miles (195.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.42 one way or $38.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Omaha and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Plainview.
Stop Ideas Near West Point
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 West Point.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Omaha and Plainview. Straight-line distance: 121.66 mi (195.79 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 Plainview
City in Pierce County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,197 |
| Coordinates | 42.3497300, -97.7920100 |
| Altitude | 513 |
| Country | United States |
End: Plainview (-97.79201, 42.34973)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 235 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.42 | $38.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.90 | $43.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.97 | $47.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.32 | $54.63 |
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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