How far is Seward, NE from Beatrice, NE?
The driving distance from Seward, NE to Beatrice, NE is about 64.5 miles (103.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.8 miles (77 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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.
Town in Saline County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seward and Beatrice.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seward and Beatrice.
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Start on Main Street
15 m · 8 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto South 6th Street
2254 ft · 47 sec · South 6th Street
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Continue on South Highway 15
1.4 km · 2 min · South Highway 15
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Continue on 280th Road
8.1 mi · 10 min · 280th Road
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Turn right onto Pioneers Road
1.1 km · 48 sec · Pioneers Road
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Continue on Highway 6
2186 ft · 29 sec · Highway 6
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Continue on 294th Road
4.7 mi · 5 min · 294th Road
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Continue on Highway 6
2.7 mi · 3 min · Highway 6
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Turn left onto Highway 76E
2090 ft · 47 sec · Highway 76E
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Continue on West Line Road
2852 ft · 1 min · West Line Road
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Turn left onto Highway 33
7.5 mi · 9 min · Highway 33
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Turn right onto Highway 103
9.5 mi · 11 min · Highway 103
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Continue on North Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Highway 103
12.9 mi · 15 min · Highway 103
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Highway 4
8.6 mi · 11 min · West Highway 4
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Turn left onto West Court Street
1.4 mi · 4 min · West Court Street
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Turn left onto North 5th Street
925 ft · 34 sec · North 5th Street
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Turn right
18 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
106 m · 26 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 Seward and Beatrice.
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 103
Continue on Highway 103
12.9 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Seward and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Beatrice.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Seward to Beatrice?
The road trip is about 64.5 miles (103.8 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Crete is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.1 miles from Seward and 34.4 miles from Beatrice.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.8 miles (77 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Seward and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Beatrice.
Stop Ideas Near Crete
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 Crete.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seward and Beatrice. Straight-line distance: 47.85 mi (77.01 km).
#1 Seward
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 7,363 |
| Coordinates | 40.9069500, -97.0989200 |
| Altitude | 455 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beatrice
City in Gage County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 12,264 |
| Coordinates | 40.2680600, -96.7469700 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.747018, 40.26814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.65 | $19.31 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.56 | $21.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
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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