How far is Wood River, NE from La Vista, NE?
The driving distance from Wood River, NE to La Vista, NE is about 149.4 miles (240.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 35m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 17m.
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.
Human settlement in Seward County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wood River and La Vista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wood River and La Vista.
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Start on East Street
7 m · 8 sec · East Street
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Turn right onto Highway 30
1.1 km · 1 min · Highway 30
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Turn right onto Elm Street
3184 ft · 55 sec · Elm Street
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Turn left onto West Schultz Road
5.1 mi · 7 min · West Schultz Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Alda Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Alda Road
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Take the ramp sharp left toward I 80 east
1531 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
136.5 mi · 2 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Giles Road, Harrison Street
2379 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto Giles Road
2799 ft · 57 sec · Giles Road
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Turn right onto Harrison Street
3.6 mi · 6 min · Harrison Street
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Turn right onto South 84th Street
1119 ft · 26 sec · South 84th Street
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Turn left onto Park View Boulevard
2908 ft · 1 min · Park View Boulevard
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Turn left onto Lillian Avenue
1222 ft · 54 sec · Lillian Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lillian Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wood River and La Vista.
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 east
Merge slight left
136 mi · 02h 22m
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 Wood River and Slight Chance Snow Showers near La Vista.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wood River to La Vista?
The road trip is about 149.4 miles (240.5 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Goehner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.9 miles from Wood River and 74.6 miles from La Vista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 1:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.87 one way or $39.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wood River and Slight Chance Snow Showers near La Vista.
Stop Ideas Near Goehner
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 Goehner.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wood River and La Vista. Straight-line distance: 136.28 mi (219.32 km).
#1 Wood River
City in Nebraska
| Population | 1,307 |
| Coordinates | 40.8205700, -98.6000700 |
| Altitude | 599 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Vista
City in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 17,020 |
| Coordinates | 41.1838900, -96.0311300 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lillian Avenue (-96.03113, 41.183886)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 241 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $3.77 | $19.87 | $39.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.41 | $44.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.53 | $49.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.95 | $55.90 |
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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