Trip from Bellevue, NE to Falls City, NE

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 53m

Distance

90.8 mi

146 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 45m ★

6 AM

1h 53m

8 AM

2h 10m

10 AM

1h 59m

12 PM

1h 57m

3 PM

2h 0m

5 PM

2h 9m

8 PM

1h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Sarpy County, Nebraska, United States

Bellevue, NE

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Falls City, NE

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Trip Overview

Connecting Bellevue to Falls City, this 90.8-mile journey through the Great Plains takes approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination and return home without needing an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $14 on fuel for the one-way trek. Navigating primarily via I-29, Highway 67, and 648 Avenue, you will find this to be a efficient, highway-focused route. Whether you are heading south for business or a quick getaway, the trip offers a predictable pace that keeps travel time manageable.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

45.4 miles from Bellevue, NE

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 29	50.5 mi	54m
Highway 67	8.7 mi	10m
648 Avenue	8 mi	9m
MO D	5 mi	12m
651 Boulevard	4.4 mi	5m
712 Road	3.5 mi	4m
US 136	3.5 mi	4m
Bunge Avenue	2.9 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 29 — 50.5 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue, NE and Falls City, NE.

Start on Main Street

73 ft · 7 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto East Mission Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Mission Avenue

Continue on CR H10

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Bellevue Bridge

Continue on CR H10

2.9 mi · 4 min · Bunge Avenue

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Merge onto I 29; US 275

50 mi · 54 min · I 29; US 275

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec

Exit 116 Toward MO A, MO B: Watson

Turn right onto MO A

1.1 mi · 2 min · MO A

Turn left onto MO D

5.0 mi · 12 min · MO D

Turn right onto US 136

3.5 mi · 4 min · US 136

Turn left onto N-67

3.6 mi · 4 min · Highway 67

Continue on N-67

0.5 mi · 59 sec · 1st Street

Continue on N-67

5.1 mi · 5 min · Highway 67

Continue on N-67

8.0 mi · 9 min · 648 Avenue

Turn left onto US 73

3.5 mi · 4 min · 712 Road

Continue on US 73

4.4 mi · 5 min · 651 Boulevard

Continue on US 73

1.3 mi · 2 min · Harlan Street

Turn right onto East 16th Street

42 ft · 1 sec · East 16th Street

Arrive at destination

East 16th Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a sub-two-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving during daylight hours is always recommended for better visibility on local roads. You likely won't need scheduled stops given the duration, but filling your tank before departing Bellevue will help you manage your $14 fuel budget efficiently. Keep in mind that the transition from I-29 to the smaller state highways requires a shift in driving style, so stay alert as you exit the interstate. Because there are no mandatory stops programmed into this 90.8-mile route, take advantage of the freedom to pull over whenever you need a quick stretch. Planning your departure to avoid peak traffic hours will ensure a smooth, stress-free arrival in Falls City.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 45.4 miles from Bellevue, NE, or about 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.5 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 20 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 45.4 miles or 50m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Falls City, NE than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bellevue, NE so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bellevue, NE

This is one driving day of about 90.8 miles and 1h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Bellevue, NE.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 29 for about 50.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rock Port, MO

45 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Glenwood, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hamburg, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45.4 miles from Bellevue, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Korean House Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bellevue, Nebraska

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+14022913900

Jade Palace Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bellevue, Nebraska

1.1 mi

La Mesa Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bellevue, Nebraska

1.9 mi

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Bellevue, Nebraska

+18333994638

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InCharge Energy Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Bellevue, Nebraska

+18333994638

Visit website

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Hours: 4 am–10:30 pm

+17123660220

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 90.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Mission Avenue

Turn left onto East Mission Avenue

Navigation decision point

54.5 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward MO A, MO B: Watson

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 116 Toward MO A, MO B: Watson

55.8 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in | MO D

Turn left onto MO D

Navigation decision point

60.8 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | US 136

Turn right onto US 136

Navigation decision point

90.8 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | East 16th Street

Turn right onto East 16th Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.20 one way

$28.39 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$15.59	$31.17
premium	$4.89	$17.47	$34.95
diesel	$5.61	$20.05	$40.09

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	27.2	$9.53	$4.36
Efficient EV	22.7	$7.94	$3.63
EV Truck/SUV	36.3	$12.71	$5.81

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026

Origin

Bellevue, NE

Late night in Bellevue on Tuesday

Local time

4:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Falls City, NE

Late night in Falls City on Tuesday

Local time

4:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 53m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

With about 69 percent of the route consisting of highway driving, you will spend a significant portion of your time maintaining consistent speeds. The journey features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 50.5 miles on I-29, providing a smooth, high-speed start before you transition onto smaller secondary roads. As you move away from the interstate, the character of the drive shifts from a major corridor to the quieter, more localized feel of Highway 67 and 648 Avenue. Expect a blend of fast-paced transit and a more measured pace as you approach your final destination. It is a functional drive that trades complex maneuvering for steady, straightforward progress across the Nebraska landscape.

69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 50.5 mi on I 29.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and Highway 67. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Mission Avenue.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Bellevue, NE to Falls City, NE is easy. At 1h 53m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Mission Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 54.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.8 miles (MO D): Navigation decision point.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Bellevue, NE and Falls City, NE, road signs point toward Mo A and Mo B: Watson.

Mo A

54.5 mi in | ~1h

Mo B: Watson

54.5 mi in | ~1h

About the Cities

Starting in Bellevue, NE

Full guide →

Bellevue, is a small town in Sarpy County, Nebraska, just south of Omaha and west of the Missouri River. It is the oldest town in Nebraska and the oldest town west of the Missouri River. It is known for being the historical home to Strategic Air Command and, today, US Strategic Command.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 90.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 50.5 miles on I 29. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NE can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Falls City, NE before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Korean House Restaurant

Korean House Restaurant

Jade Palace Restaurant

La Mesa Mexican Restaurant

The Special Restaurant

Apple Barrel Restaurant

Roma Italian Restaurant

Golden Bowl | Chinese Restaurant

Runza Restaurant

ChargePoint Charging Station

InCharge Energy Charging Station

InCharge Energy Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Brownville Historical Society

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Trails and Visitor Center (Missouri River Basin)

Lake Manawa State Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bellevue, NE

Falls City, NE

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 53m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Bellevue, NE

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Will I have cell service along this route?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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