Origin
Shelton, NE
Late night in Shelton on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shelton, NE to Fremont, 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 57m
Distance
158.6 mi
255 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 46m
★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shelton, NE
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Fremont, NE
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Shelton to Fremont covers 158.4 miles and is estimated to take around 2 hours and 27 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip, allowing you to easily complete it within a day. The estimated fuel cost for this route is approximately $24. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads, including South Wiseman Road and West Burmood Road, with a small portion on Highway 11. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, suggesting a drive through consistent, open landscapes. This trip offers a straightforward travel experience without any planned stops.
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
79.3 miles from Shelton, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 105 mi | 1h 49m |
| Highway 77 | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| County Road 11 | 11.6 mi | 13m |
| North 56th Street | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| West Burmood Road | 7 mi | 9m |
| County Road M | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| County Road 18 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Broad Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 105 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shelton, NE and Fremont, NE.
1
Start on East 2nd Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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East 2nd Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto South Wiseman Road
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Wiseman Road
3
Turn left onto West Burmood Road
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
West Burmood Road
4
Turn right onto N-11; I 80 Alt
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
South Highway 11
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 80 east
6
Merge onto I 80
105 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
I 80
7
Take the exit onto US 77
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 77
Toward US 77 North: Fremont, Wahoo
8
Turn left onto US 77
11 mi
·
12 min
·
North 56th Street
9
Continue on US 77
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
South Highway 77
10
Continue on US 77
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 18
11
Continue on US 77
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Highway 77
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Enter roundabout onto US 77; N-92
217 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road M
13
Continue on US 77; N-92
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road M
14
Turn left onto US 77
12 mi
·
13 min
·
County Road 11
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on US 77
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Highway 77
16
Enter roundabout onto S-27E
341 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Broad Street
17
Continue on S-27E
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Broad Street
18
Turn right onto West 4th Street
188 ft
·
13 sec
·
West 4th Street
19
Turn left
143 ft
·
10 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 27 minute duration, this 158.4-mile trip is ideal for a day excursion from Shelton to Fremont. You can depart anytime, but an early start will give you ample time to enjoy your destination. Since there are no designated stops, plan your own breaks as needed, especially for restroom or refreshment needs. With a fuel cost estimate of $24, monitoring your fuel gauge is always a good idea. Pay close attention to your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of this route requires constant awareness of upcoming turns on local roads like South Wiseman Road and West Burmood Road.
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 79.3 miles from Shelton, NE, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105 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 35 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.3 miles or 1h 27m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fremont, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shelton, 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 Shelton, NE
This is one driving day of about 158.6 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Shelton, 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 80 for about 105 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.3 miles from Shelton, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105 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 0.5 and 144.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Wiseman Road
At end of road, turn right onto South Wiseman Road
Navigation decision point
5
8.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 east
Navigation decision point
Toward I 80 east
5
114.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
|
US 77
Take the exit onto US 77 toward US 77 North: Fremont, Wahoo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 77 North: Fremont, Wahoo
4
139.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
|
US 77; N-92 / County Road M
Enter roundabout onto US 77; N-92 / County Road M
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
144.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m in
|
US 77 / County Road 11
Turn left onto US 77 / County Road 11
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.80 one way
$49.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.22 | $54.45 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.52 | $61.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.02 | $70.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.65 | $7.61 |
| Efficient EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.88 | $6.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.20 | $10.15 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (65% 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
Fremont, NE
Late night in Fremont on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Lincoln, NE
79 mi in
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
27 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
2h 57m 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be making frequent turns and navigating a network of smaller roads rather than sustained highway cruising. With a highway share of 0%, expect a more intimate connection with the local terrain. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' nature implies frequent adjustments. You'll likely experience a dynamic driving experience as you weave through the Nebraska landscape on these local thoroughfares, offering a different pace than a typical interstate journey.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Highway 77. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near South Wiseman Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Shelton, NE to Fremont, NE is easy. At 2h 57m with 75% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (South Wiseman Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 114.1 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Shelton, NE to Fremont, NE, road signs begin pointing toward Wahoo along the way.
Wahoo
114.1 mi in
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~2h 3m
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via US 77
About the Cities
Arriving in Fremont, NE
Full guide →Fremont is in Eastern Nebraska.
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 57m. Total distance: 158.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105 miles on I 80. 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 0.5 miles (South Wiseman Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 114.1 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fremont, 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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