Origin
Fairbury, NE
Afternoon in Fairbury on Saturday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairbury, NE to Fremont, NE
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
122.3 mi
197 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairbury, NE
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Fremont, NE
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fairbury, NE to Fremont, NE covers 122.3 miles and takes about 2h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 15, I 80, Highway 77 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.2 miles on Highway 15. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.12 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.
Midpoint
61.1 miles from Fairbury, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 15 | 34.2 mi | 41m |
| I 80 | 26 mi | 30m |
| Highway 77 | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| County Road 11 | 11.6 mi | 13m |
| North 56th Street | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Highway 6 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| County Road M | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| 294th Road | 4.7 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 15
— 34.2 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairbury, NE and Fremont, NE.
1
Start on 6th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Street
2
Turn left onto N-15
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
K Street
3
Continue on N-15
34 mi
·
41 min
·
Highway 15
4
Turn right onto US 6; N-15
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 6
5
Continue on US 6; N-15
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
294th Road
6
Continue on US 6; N-15
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Highway 6
7
Continue on US 6; N-15
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
·
Pioneers Road
8
Turn left onto N-15
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
280th Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 80 East: Lincoln
10
Merge onto I 80
26 mi
·
30 min
·
I 80
11
Take the exit onto US 77
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 77
Toward US 77 North: Fremont, Wahoo
12
Turn left onto US 77
11 mi
·
12 min
·
North 56th Street
13
Continue on US 77
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
South Highway 77
14
Continue on US 77
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 18
15
Continue on US 77
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Highway 77
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Enter roundabout onto US 77; N-92
217 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road M
17
Continue on US 77; N-92
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road M
18
Turn left onto US 77
12 mi
·
13 min
·
County Road 11
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 77
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Highway 77
20
Enter roundabout onto S-27E
341 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Broad Street
21
Continue on S-27E
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Broad Street
22
Turn right onto West 4th Street
188 ft
·
13 sec
·
West 4th Street
23
Turn left
143 ft
·
10 sec
24
Arrive at destination
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 61.1 miles from Fairbury, NE, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.1 miles or 1h 15m 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
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 Fairbury, 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 Fairbury, NE
This is one driving day of about 122.3 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Fairbury, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Highway 15 for about 34.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.1 miles from Fairbury, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 120.6 — 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
|
~1m in
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N-15 / K Street
Turn left onto N-15 / K Street
Navigation decision point
5
77.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m 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
103.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m 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
108.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
|
US 77 / County Road 11
Turn left onto US 77 / County Road 11
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
120.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
S-27E / South Broad Street
Enter roundabout onto S-27E / South Broad Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.12 one way
$38.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.99 | $41.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.54 | $47.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.00 | $54.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.84 | $5.87 |
| Efficient EV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.70 | $4.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.12 | $7.83 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Fremont, NE
Afternoon in Fremont on Saturday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Lincoln, NE
61 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 28m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Homestead National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Homestead Act of 1862 transformed the world. Millions were invited to file claims including families, women, immigrants, and formerly enslaved people. Over 10 percent of the United States was home...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 12.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
122.3 mi in 2h 28m, mostly highway — 34.2 mi of that is on Highway 15.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.2 mi on Highway 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 15 and I 80. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near N-15 / K Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fairbury, NE to Fremont, NE is easy. At 2h 28m with 65% 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 (N-15 / K Street): Navigation decision point; at 77.8 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 103.2 miles (US 77; N-92 / County Road M): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Fairbury, NE to Fremont, NE, road signs begin pointing toward Wahoo along the way.
Wahoo
77.8 mi in
|
~1h 34m
|
via US 77
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 122.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.2 miles on Highway 15. 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 (N-15 / K Street): Navigation decision point; at 77.8 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 103.2 miles (US 77; N-92 / County Road M): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Homestead National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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 Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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