Origin
Bradshaw, NE
Late night in Bradshaw on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bradshaw, NE to Gresham, NE
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bradshaw, NE
Mario Amé
Gresham, NE
Gaby Lopez
Trip Overview
Bradshaw to Gresham is 27.6 miles and takes about 33 minutes via Highway 34, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive between two Nebraska communities. Given its minimal distance and duration, this route is ideal for a quick journey or as part of a larger exploration of the area. You'll primarily be on well-maintained highways, making it a simple and predictable drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 34 | 17 mi | 19m |
| Highway 69 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| US 34 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Jackson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 34
— 17 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradshaw, NE and Gresham, NE.
1
Start on East Jackson Street
87 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Jackson Street
2
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Lincoln Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 34; I 80 Alt
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 34
4
Turn left onto US 34; US 81; I 80 Alt
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 34; US 81; I 80 Alt
5
Turn right onto US 34; I 80 Alt
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Highway 34
6
Turn left onto N-69
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Highway 69
7
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Elm Street
8
Arrive at destination
Elm Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Lincoln Street
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 34; I 80 Alt / Highway 34
At end of road, turn right onto US 34; I 80 Alt / Highway 34
Navigation decision point
3
8.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 34; I 80 Alt / Highway 34
Turn right onto US 34; I 80 Alt / Highway 34
Navigation decision point
3
18.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
N-69 / Highway 69
Turn left onto N-69 / Highway 69
Navigation decision point
4
27.4 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
Elm Street
Turn right onto Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.31 one way
$8.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.74 | $9.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Destination
Gresham, NE
Late night in Gresham on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
33m 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?
This drive is almost entirely highway, with a 98% highway share, so expect a quick and efficient journey. You'll be on Highway 34 for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 17 miles, offering a consistent driving experience. The profile is highway-focused, meaning you'll likely encounter higher speed limits and smoother pavement for the majority of the trip. This route is designed for covering ground with minimal fuss.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17 mi on Highway 34.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 34 and Highway 69. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Lincoln Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 34; I 80 Alt / Highway 34): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (US 34; I 80 Alt / Highway 34): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 27.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17 miles on Highway 34. 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 34; I 80 Alt / Highway 34): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (US 34; I 80 Alt / Highway 34): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gresham, 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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