Origin
Omaha, NE
Night in Omaha on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Omaha, NE to Hartington, NE
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
148.6 mi
239 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 39m
★
6 AM
2h 50m
8 AM
3h 12m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Omaha, NE
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Hartington, NE
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Trip Overview
This 148.6-mile drive from Omaha, NE, to Hartington, NE, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking about 2 hours and 50 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-29, I-129, and Highway 57, with 98% of the journey on highways, making it a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $23, which is quite economical for the distance covered. Both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your journey. This route is ideal for a day trip, allowing you ample time to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.3 miles from Omaha, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 90.3 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 129 | 37.2 mi | 43m |
| Highway 57 | 11.2 mi | 12m |
| Highway 59 | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| South Robinson Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Gerald R Ford Expressway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Douglas Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 75 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 90.3 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omaha, NE and Hartington, NE.
1
Start on Harney Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Harney Street
2
Turn left onto South 15th Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
South 15th Street
3
Turn right onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Douglas Street
4
Take the exit onto US 6
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 6
Toward I 480 East
5
Merge onto I 480; US 6
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gerald R Ford Expressway
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 29 North: Sioux City
7
Merge onto I 29
90 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
I 29
8
Take the exit onto US 75 Business
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 75 Business
Toward I 129 West, US 20 West, US 75 South: South Sioux City
9
Merge onto I 129; US 20; US 75
37 mi
·
43 min
·
I 129; US 20; US 75
10
Turn slight right onto N-59
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 59
11
Turn right onto N-57
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Highway 57
12
Continue on N-57
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Robinson Avenue
13
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Main Street
14
Turn right onto North Broadway Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Broadway Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Broadway Street
Trip Plan
For this relatively short, single-day trip of 148.6 miles, you have the flexibility to leave when you're ready. Aiming for a morning departure will allow you to arrive with plenty of daylight. With a total duration of 2 hours and 50 minutes, you won't need to plan for extensive stops, though a quick break around the halfway point is always a good idea. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major exit is 90.3 miles on I-29. Planning your fuel stop before this segment will ensure a smooth journey to Hartington.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.3 miles from Omaha, NE, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.3 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 33 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.3 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartington, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Omaha, NE so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Omaha, NE
This is one driving day of about 148.6 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Omaha, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 29 for about 90.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.3 miles from Omaha, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 29 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 148.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South 15th Street
Turn left onto South 15th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 6 / Douglas Street
Turn right onto US 6 / Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 29 North: Sioux City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 29 North: Sioux City
5
92.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
US 75 Business
Take the exit onto US 75 Business toward I 129 West, US 20 West, US 75 South: South Sioux City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 129 West, US 20 West, US 75 South: Sou...
5
148.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
North Broadway Street
Turn right onto North Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.23 one way
$46.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.51 | $51.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.60 | $57.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.81 | $65.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.60 | $7.13 |
| Efficient EV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.00 | $5.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.80 | $9.51 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Hartington, NE
Night in Hartington on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
8 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 50m 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 highway-focused drive is predominantly on interstate and major highways, accounting for 98% of the total mileage. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 90.3 miles on I-29, which offers a consistent pace for covering ground. While the majority of the route is on high-speed roads, you'll transition to Highway 57 as you approach Hartington. The character of the drive is one of efficient travel, with minimal slowdowns or complex road changes, allowing you to maintain a steady speed for most of the trip.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.3 mi on I 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and I 129. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near South 15th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 50m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (South 15th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 6 / Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Starting in Omaha, NE
Full guide →Omaha is the largest city in the US state of Nebraska, with about 486,000 residents in 2020. Tourist attractions in Omaha include history, sports, outdoors and cultural experiences. Its principal tourist attractions are the Henry Doorly Zoo and the Men's College World Series. The Old Market in Downtown Omaha is another major attraction and is important to the city's retail economy.
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 2h 50m. Total distance: 148.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.3 miles on I 29. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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: at 0.2 miles (South 15th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 6 / Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hartington, 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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