How far is Papillion, NE from Gretna, NE?
The driving distance from Papillion, NE to Gretna, NE is about 11.9 miles (19.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.3 miles (16.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Papillion and Gretna.
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Start on East Lincoln Street
60 m · 16 sec · East Lincoln Street
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Washington Street
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Turn right onto Highway 370
10.4 mi · 15 min · Highway 370
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Turn left onto North Highway 6
1940 ft · 59 sec · North Highway 6
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Turn right onto West Westplains Road
64 m · 14 sec · West Westplains Road
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Turn left onto Pontiac Drive
107 m · 15 sec · Pontiac Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pontiac Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Papillion and Gretna.
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 370
Turn right onto Highway 370
10.4 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Papillion and Chance Rain Showers near Gretna.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Papillion to Gretna?
The road trip is about 11.9 miles (19.1 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chalco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.9 miles from Papillion and 6 miles from Gretna.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.3 miles (16.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.58 one way or $3.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Papillion and Chance Rain Showers near Gretna.
Stop Ideas Near Chalco
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Papillion and Gretna. Straight-line distance: 10.32 mi (16.61 km).
#1 Papillion
City in and county seat of Sarpy County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 20,293 |
| Coordinates | 41.1544400, -96.0422400 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gretna
City in Sarpy County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 5,024 |
| Coordinates | 41.1408300, -96.2397400 |
| Altitude | 387 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gretna (-96.23974, 41.14083)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.58 | $3.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.79 | $3.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.95 | $3.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
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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