How far is Pender, NE from Walthill, NE?
The driving distance from Pender, NE to Walthill, NE is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.4 miles (18.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
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 00h 31m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
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 Pender and Walthill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pender and Walthill.
-
1
Start on Main Street
11 m · 5 sec · Main Street
-
2
Turn right onto 4th Street
1 km · 1 min · 4th Street
-
3
Continue on Highway 9
1 mi · 1 min · Highway 9
-
4
Turn left onto Highway 16
2.9 mi · 5 min · Highway 16
-
5
Turn left onto X Road
1.4 mi · 4 min · X Road
-
6
Turn sharp left onto 21 Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · 21 Road
-
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto Y Road
1151 ft · 32 sec · Y Road
-
8
Turn left onto 21 Road
2 mi · 5 min · 21 Road
-
9
Turn right onto Highway 94
8.7 mi · 11 min · Highway 94
-
10
Continue on South Hogeland Street
123 m · 19 sec · South Hogeland Street
-
11
Turn left onto Main Street
750 ft · 43 sec · Main Street
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pender and Walthill.
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 94
Turn right onto Highway 94
8.67 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Sunny leaving Pender and Sunny near Walthill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pender to Walthill?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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?
Thurston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Pender and 9.1 miles from Walthill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.4 miles (18.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 7:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pender and Sunny near Walthill.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pender and Walthill. Straight-line distance: 11.46 mi (18.45 km).
#1 Pender
Village in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 1,100 |
| Coordinates | 42.1141600, -96.7072600 |
| Altitude | 409 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Walthill
Human settlement in Thurston County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 836 |
| Coordinates | 42.1483300, -96.4883700 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walthill (-96.48837, 42.14833)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
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.