Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
21.3 mi
34 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orleans, NE
Hub JACQU
Ragan, NE
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Orleans to Ragan is 21.3 miles and takes about 26 minutes via US 183, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Nebraska's Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive between two small communities. It's a minimal commitment, perfect for a quick transfer or a brief excursion. Consider this route if you're looking for an uncomplicated connection with minimal time investment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 183 | 12 mi | 13m |
| East North Street | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| N-4 | 4 mi | 4m |
| South Orleans Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Railway Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cross Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ragan-Huntley Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Maple Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Orleans, NE and Ragan, NE.
Start on West Maple Street
Turn left onto N-89
Turn right onto US 136
Turn left onto US 183
Turn right onto N-4
Turn left onto Ragan-Huntley Road
Continue on North Railway Street
Turn left onto Cross Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto N-89 / South Orleans Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 136 / East North Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 183
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto N-4
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Cross Avenue
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.54 one way
$7.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.86 | $7.71 |
| premium | $5.18 | $4.35 | $8.69 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $4.49 | $8.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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 Orleans on Wednesday
Local time
2:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Ragan on Wednesday
Local time
2:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Clear
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 drive is a mix of highway and surface roads, with 57% on highways. You'll encounter a 12-mile stretch on US 183 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a rural cruising experience as you navigate between these towns.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near N-89 / South Orleans Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 6 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 (N-89 / South Orleans Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 136 / East North Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (US 183): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
418 ft
Total Descent
105 ft
Highest Point
2,327 ft
~21.3 mi in
Elevation Range
313 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 21.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). 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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