How far is Sparta, NE from Wausa, NE?
The driving distance from Sparta, NE to Wausa, NE is about 35.5 miles (57.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.5 miles (39.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 00h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Knox County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sparta and Wausa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparta and Wausa.
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Start on 885 Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 885 Road
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Turn right onto 528 Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · 528 Avenue
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Turn left onto 884 Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · 884 Road
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Continue on 530 Avenue
2 mi · 5 min · 530 Avenue
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Turn left onto Highway 84
2.4 mi · 3 min · Highway 84
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Continue on Main Street
1381 ft · 28 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Highway 84
1.5 mi · 2 min · Highway 84
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Turn left onto Highway 84
11 mi · 13 min · Highway 84
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Continue on West Main Street
2796 ft · 58 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Broadway Street
2310 ft · 1 min · South Broadway Street
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Keep slight left to continue on 544 Avenue
6.7 mi · 9 min · 544 Avenue
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Turn left onto 874 Road
4.9 mi · 7 min · 874 Road
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Continue on West McKinley Street
154 m · 19 sec · West McKinley Street
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Turn left onto Vivian Street
979 ft · 22 sec · Vivian Street
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Turn right onto East Broadway Street
592 ft · 17 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn left onto Bismark Street
27 m · 4 sec · Bismark Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bismark Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sparta and Wausa.
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 84
Turn left onto Highway 84
11 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Sparta and Patchy Fog near Wausa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sparta to Wausa?
The road trip is about 35.5 miles (57.1 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Bloomfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Sparta and 18.5 miles from Wausa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.5 miles (39.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.14 one way or $10.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Sparta and Patchy Fog near Wausa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sparta and Wausa. Straight-line distance: 24.46 mi (39.36 km).
#1 Sparta
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 88 |
| Coordinates | 42.6552800, -97.9736800 |
| Altitude | 501 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wausa
Human settlement in Knox County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 557 |
| Coordinates | 42.4994500, -97.5420100 |
| Altitude | 538 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bismark Street (-97.541975, 42.49945)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.12 | $5.14 | $10.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $5.48 | $10.96 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $6.10 | $12.21 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
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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