Origin
Arlington, NE
Late night in Arlington on Wednesday
Local time
4:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington, NE to Papillion, NE
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
48m
Distance
37.1 mi
60 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
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6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington, NE
Dominik Gryzbon
Papillion, NE
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington, NE to Papillion, NE covers 37.1 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 30, State Highway 133, I 680 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.6 miles on US Highway 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
18.5 miles from Arlington, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 48m highway drive covering 37.1 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 30 and State Highway 133. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.6 miles on US Highway 30.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 30 and State Highway 133. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 3rd Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 37.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 30 / West Elkhorn Drive): Navigation decision point; at 23.4 miles (I 680): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 30 / West Elkhorn Drive
Turn left onto US 30 / West Elkhorn Drive
Navigation decision point
5
23.4 mi into trip
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~28m in
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I 680
Merge onto I 680
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
32 mi into trip
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~39m in
Take the exit toward La Vista, Ralston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 448
Toward La Vista, Ralston
10
32.3 mi into trip
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~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward La Vista, Ralston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Exit 448
Toward La Vista, Ralston
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Arlington, NE and Papillion, NE, road signs point toward La Vista and Ralston.
La Vista
32 mi in
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~39m
Ralston
32 mi in
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~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 30 | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 133 | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| I 680 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Highway 133 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| South 84th Street | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| County Road P30 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| North Washington Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| I 80 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 30
— 8.6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, NE and Papillion, NE.
1
Start on West Eagle Street
42 ft
·
4 sec
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West Eagle Street
2
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
441 ft
·
24 sec
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North 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Elkhorn Drive
4
Continue on US 30
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
US Highway 30
5
Turn right onto County Road P30
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road P30
6
Turn right onto N-133
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 133
7
Continue on N-133
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 133
8
Continue on N-133
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 133
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on N-133
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 133
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on N-133
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 133
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 680 South
12
Merge onto I 680
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 680
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: Downtown
14
Merge onto I 80
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 448
Toward La Vista, Ralston
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
425 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 448
Toward La Vista, Ralston
Use the left / right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto South 84th Street
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South 84th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Continue on N-85
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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North Washington Street
19
Turn left onto East Lincoln Street
197 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Lincoln Street
20
Arrive at destination
East Lincoln Street
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 18.5 miles from Arlington, NE, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.6 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 37.1 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.5 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Papillion, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arlington, NE so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Arlington, NE
This is one driving day of about 37.1 miles and 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arlington, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 30 for about 8.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.5 mi from Arlington, NE · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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
Arriving in Papillion, NE
The final approach into Papillion, NE usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Papillion, NE.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.80 one way
$11.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.37 | $12.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.14 | $14.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Papillion, NE
Late night in Papillion on Wednesday
Local time
4:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°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
32 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
48m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arlington, NE to Papillion, NE covers 37.1 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 30, State Highway 133, I 680. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.5 miles from Arlington, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.80 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 37.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 30 / West Elkhorn Drive): Navigation decision point; at 23.4 miles (I 680): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Arlington, NE and Papillion, NE, road signs point toward La Vista and Ralston.
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