How far is West Point, NE from La Vista, NE?

The driving distance from West Point, NE to La Vista, NE is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 57.4 miles (92.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
72.54 mi
01h 16m
Flight
57.4 mi
92.37 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
57.4 mi
Kilometers
92.37 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
72.54 mi
Kilometers
116.74 km
Drive Time
01h 16m

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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 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in La Vista
Sat, May 2, 1:12 AM CDT
Return by in West Point
Sat, May 2, 2:29 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Point
2026-05-01T23:56
Arrive La Vista
Sat, May 2, 1:12 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:16 AM to 11:16 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:58 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Point
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Fremont
NE

Town in Nebraska, USA

From West Point
35.9 mi
00h 38m
To La Vista
36.7 mi
00h 38m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Friday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 13 mph NNW
Destination
60°F
Friday

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
2 to 8 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between West Point and La Vista.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Point and La Vista.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    68 m · 15 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Colfax Street

    49 m · 9 sec · North Colfax Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Bridge Street

    111 m · 23 sec · East Bridge Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North Lincoln Street

    1.3 km · 1 min · North Lincoln Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Highway 275

    22.9 mi · 25 min · Highway 275

  6. 6

    Continue on Highway 77

    7.8 mi · 8 min · Highway 77

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right

    1742 ft · 47 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Highway 30

    20 mi · 22 min · Highway 30

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    11.1 mi · 13 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 680, I 80

    2622 ft · 54 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on I 680 South

    2364 ft · 58 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    2 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Downtown

    1.3 km · 2 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward La Vista, Ralston

    1552 ft · 30 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on La Vista, Ralston

    130 m · 8 sec

  17. 17

    Turn straight onto South 84th Street

    2.4 mi · 4 min · South 84th Street

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Park View Boulevard

    2908 ft · 1 min · Park View Boulevard

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Lillian Avenue

    1222 ft · 54 sec · Lillian Avenue

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lillian Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Point and La Vista.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
27.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 30
31.1 mi · 43%
Highway 275
22.9 mi · 32%
Highway 77
8.1 mi · 11%
I 80 East
2.69 mi · 4%
I 680 South
2.44 mi · 3%
South 84th Street
2.36 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Highway 275

Continue on Highway 275

22.9 mi · 00h 25m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 16m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.1 mi
57.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fremont
00h 38m from West Point
Leave By
3:58 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving West Point and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near La Vista.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Point to La Vista?

The road trip is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?

Fremont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.9 miles from West Point and 36.7 miles from La Vista.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 57.4 miles (92.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 3:58 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.65 one way or $19.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around West Point and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near La Vista.

Stop Ideas Near Fremont

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Fremont, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fremont.

RAIL

Omaha

52 mi away
1003 S. 9th Street
RAIL

Lincoln

71 mi away
201 North 7th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Point and La Vista. Straight-line distance: 57.4 mi (92.37 km).

West Point

#1 West Point

City in Nebraska, USA

Population3,237
Coordinates41.8416700, -96.7086400
Altitude411
CountryUnited States
La Vista

#2 La Vista

City in Nebraska, United States

Population17,020
Coordinates41.1838900, -96.0311300
Altitude338
CountryUnited States
Start: (-96.708649, 41.841489)
End: Lillian Avenue (-96.03113, 41.183886)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 117 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 25m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 12m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 02m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 54m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.56 gal
9.69 L · about $9.65
Round trip
$19.31
5.12 gal · 19.38 L
Estimated CO2
22.8 kg one way
Round trip: 45.5 kg / 100 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $9.65 $19.31
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.89 $21.78
Premium $4.65 $11.91 $23.83
Diesel $5.30 $13.58 $27.16

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 · May 02, 2026

There is no time difference between West Point and La Vista. The current time is 23:56:55.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.