How far is Papillion, NE from Tecumseh, NE?
The driving distance from Papillion, NE to Tecumseh, NE is about 61.5 miles (99 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55 miles (88.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m 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
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
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.
Village in Cass County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Papillion and Tecumseh.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Papillion and Tecumseh.
-
1
Start on East Lincoln Street
60 m · 16 sec · East Lincoln Street
-
2
Turn left onto South Washington Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Washington Street
-
3
Turn right onto Highway 370
4.8 mi · 7 min · Highway 370
-
4
Take the exit slight right toward NE 50
1510 ft · 42 sec
-
5
Keep slight left to continue on NE 50 South
84 m · 10 sec
-
6
Turn left onto State Highway 50
9.7 mi · 12 min · State Highway 50
-
7
Continue on Highway 50
16 mi · 19 min · Highway 50
-
8
Continue on North 30th Road
8.3 mi · 10 min · North 30th Road
-
9
Continue on Park Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Park Street
-
10
Continue on South 30th Road
9 mi · 10 min · South 30th Road
-
11
Continue on Highway 50
10 mi · 12 min · Highway 50
-
12
Continue on North 13th Street
661 ft · 11 sec · North 13th Street
-
13
Turn straight onto North 12th Street
3007 ft · 57 sec · North 12th Street
-
14
Turn right onto Broadway Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Broadway Street
-
15
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
150 m · 24 sec · South 3rd Street
-
16
Turn right onto Clay Street
58 m · 14 sec · Clay Street
-
17
Continue on Clay Street
41 m · 12 sec · Clay Street
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Clay Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Papillion and Tecumseh.
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 50
Continue on Highway 50
16 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Sunny leaving Papillion and Sunny near Tecumseh.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Papillion to Tecumseh?
The road trip is about 61.5 miles (99 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Avoca is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.8 miles from Papillion and 30.8 miles from Tecumseh.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55 miles (88.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 3:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.18 one way or $16.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Papillion and Sunny near Tecumseh.
Stop Ideas Near Avoca
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 Avoca.
Lincoln
Omaha
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Papillion and Tecumseh. Straight-line distance: 55.02 mi (88.55 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 Tecumseh
City and county seat of Johnson County, Nebraska
| Population | 1,578 |
| Coordinates | 40.3666700, -96.1961200 |
| Altitude | 346 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tecumseh (-96.19612, 40.36667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.18 | $16.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Nebraska · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.