How far is Waverly, NE from Papillion, NE?
The driving distance from Waverly, NE to Papillion, NE is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.1 miles (48.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m 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 36m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Saunders County, Nebraska, United States
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 Waverly and Papillion.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waverly and Papillion.
-
1
Start on Kenilworth Street
110 m · 21 sec · Kenilworth Street
-
2
Turn left onto North 141st Street
674 ft · 28 sec · North 141st Street
-
3
Turn sharp left onto US Highway 6
4.1 mi · 5 min · US Highway 6
-
4
Continue on Highway 6
1.3 mi · 2 min · Highway 6
-
5
Turn right onto Church Road
3 mi · 5 min · Church Road
-
6
Turn left onto 238th Street
1.4 km · 60 sec · 238th Street
-
7
Take the ramp right toward I 80 east
2263 ft · 56 sec
-
8
Merge slight left
17.5 mi · 18 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward NE 370: Papillion, Bellevue
2686 ft · 51 sec
-
10
Keep slight right to continue on NE 370 East: Papillion, Bellevue
61 m · 7 sec
-
11
Merge slight left onto Highway 370
6.1 mi · 9 min · Highway 370
-
12
Turn left onto South Washington Street
1 mi · 3 min · South Washington Street
-
13
Turn right onto East Lincoln Street
60 m · 9 sec · East Lincoln Street
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Lincoln Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waverly and Papillion.
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.
I 80 east
Merge slight left
17.5 mi · 00h 18m
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 Waverly and Sunny near Papillion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waverly to Papillion?
The road trip is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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?
Ashland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.5 miles from Waverly and 17.5 miles from Papillion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.1 miles (48.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.64 one way or $9.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waverly and Sunny near Papillion.
Stop Ideas Near Ashland
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 Ashland.
Lincoln
Omaha
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waverly and Papillion. Straight-line distance: 30.16 mi (48.54 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 Papillion
City in and county seat of Sarpy County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 20,293 |
| Coordinates | 41.1544400, -96.0422400 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Lincoln Street (-96.042241, 41.154416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.72 | $11.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.52 | $13.05 |
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 22, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.