How far is Sumner, NE from Eddyville, NE?
The driving distance from Sumner, NE to Eddyville, NE is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 21m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Village in Nebraska, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sumner and Eddyville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumner and Eddyville.
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Start on Ash Street
559 ft · 29 sec · Ash Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 40
8.4 mi · 10 min · Highway 40
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Turn right
648 ft · 18 sec
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Continue straight
546 ft · 16 sec
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Continue on Central Avenue
127 m · 11 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sumner and Eddyville.
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 40
At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 40
8.38 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sumner and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eddyville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sumner to Eddyville?
The road trip is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km) and usually takes 00h 10m 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?
Miller is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.4 miles from Sumner and 4.4 miles from Eddyville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 8:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.17 one way or $2.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sumner and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eddyville.
Stop Ideas Near Miller
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sumner and Eddyville. Straight-line distance: 7.51 mi (12.09 km).
#1 Sumner
City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 218 |
| Coordinates | 40.9500100, -99.5053800 |
| Altitude | 721 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eddyville
City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 93 |
| Coordinates | 41.0114000, -99.6242800 |
| Altitude | 746 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eddyville (-99.62428, 41.0114)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.17 | $2.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.32 | $2.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.44 | $2.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.64 | $3.29 |
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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