How far is Waverly, NE from Kearney, NE?
The driving distance from Waverly, NE to Kearney, NE is about 141.9 miles (228.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.3 miles (216.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
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.
City in York County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waverly and Kearney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waverly and Kearney.
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Start on Kenilworth Street
110 m · 21 sec · Kenilworth Street
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Turn left onto North 141st Street
674 ft · 21 sec · North 141st Street
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Turn right onto US Highway 6
2.2 mi · 3 min · US Highway 6
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Turn left onto I 80 west
1875 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
136.8 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NE 44: Kearney, Archway Monument
1748 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto West 24th Street
730 ft · 37 sec · West 24th Street
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
16 m · 1 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 Waverly and Kearney.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 west
Merge slight left
137 mi · 02h 21m
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 Waverly and Sunny near Kearney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waverly to Kearney?
The road trip is about 141.9 miles (228.4 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Henderson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.9 miles from Waverly and 71 miles from Kearney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.3 miles (216.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 2:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.89 one way or $37.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waverly and Sunny near Kearney.
Stop Ideas Near Henderson
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 Henderson.
Hastings
Lincoln
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waverly and Kearney. Straight-line distance: 134.37 mi (216.24 km).
#1 Waverly
City in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 4,128 |
| Coordinates | 40.9175000, -96.5283400 |
| Altitude | 342 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kearney
City in and county seat of Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 34,235 |
| Coordinates | 40.6994600, -99.0814800 |
| Altitude | 656 |
| Country | United States |
End: Central Avenue (-99.081657, 40.699462)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $18.89 | $37.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.31 | $42.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.32 | $46.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.57 | $53.15 |
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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