Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
11.7 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Doniphan, NE
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Parkview, NE
Felix Schickel
Doniphan to Parkview is 11.7 miles and takes about 16 minutes via US Highway 281, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Nebraska's Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey. You'll primarily be on highway, making it a quick transit rather than an extensive exploration. Consider this route for its simplicity and speed, ideal for connecting two nearby points without significant time commitment. It’s a functional drive that gets you where you need to go efficiently.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 281 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| West Stolley Park Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Highway 281 | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Pine Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Adams Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Doniphan, NE and Parkview, NE.
Start on South 1st Street
Turn right onto West Pine Street
Turn right onto US 34; US 281
Continue on US 281; N-2; I 80 Alt
Turn right onto West Stolley Park Road
Turn left onto South Adams Street
Enter roundabout
Continue
Turn left
Turn right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 11.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto West Pine Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto West Stolley Park Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South Adams Street
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.95 one way
$3.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.12 | $4.24 |
| premium | $5.18 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $2.46 | $4.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Doniphan on Wednesday
Local time
3:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Parkview on Wednesday
Local time
3:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Partly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 78% of the journey utilizing main roads like US Highway 281. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 8.1 miles on US Highway 281, offering a consistent pace. The character of the drive is largely defined by these main highways, suggesting a smooth and predictable experience. Expect a consistent feel as you travel, with the landscape of the Great Plains unfolding along the way. It’s a driving experience that prioritizes forward momentum.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 281 and West Stolley Park Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Pine Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (West Stolley Park Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles (South Adams Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
8 ft
Total Descent
103 ft
Highest Point
1,950 ft
~0.8 mi in
Elevation Range
100 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 11.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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