Origin
Fremont, NE
Late night in Fremont on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Drive Time
7h 3m
Distance
353.7 mi
569 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fremont, NE
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The drive from Fremont, NE to Gordon, NE covers 353.7 miles and takes about 7h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 275, US 20, Highway 20 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 117.8 miles on Highway 275. At current regular gas prices, budget about $55.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
176.9 miles from Fremont, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 33m into the drive .
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This is a 7h 3m highway drive covering 353.7 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 275 and US 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 117.8 miles on Highway 275.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 275 and US 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 5th Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 3m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 4 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 79 miles (US 275 / Highway 275): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto West 5th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto North Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 275 / Highway 275
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto N-27 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 275 | 117.8 mi | 2h 14m |
| US 20 | 94.1 mi | 1h 51m |
| Highway 20 | 54.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| East 4th Street | 43.1 mi | 51m |
| Highway 20/275 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Highway 77 | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| US Highway 20 | 8.5 mi | 10m |
| East Omaha Avenue | 3.3 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont, NE and Gordon, NE.
Start on this road
Turn left onto West 5th Street
Turn right onto North Broad Street
Continue on Highway 77
Continue on US 275; N-91
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Enter roundabout onto US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 275
Continue on US 20; US 275
Continue on US 20; US 275
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20; N-11
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20; US 183; N-7
Continue on US 20; N-7
Continue on US 20; US 83
Turn right onto N-27
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.9 miles or 3h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gordon, NE than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Fremont, NE so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fremont, NE
This is one driving day of about 353.7 miles and 7h 3m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 176.9 mi from Fremont, NE · 3h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
177 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 176.9 miles from Fremont, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Highway 275 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.8 miles.
The final approach into Gordon, 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 Gordon, NE.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$55.30 one way
$110.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $60.71 | $121.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $68.07 | $136.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $78.09 | $156.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106.1 | 1 | $37.14 | $16.98 |
| Efficient EV | 88.4 | 1 | $30.95 | $14.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141.5 | 1 | $49.52 | $22.64 |
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Late night in Fremont on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Gordon on Wednesday
Local time
4:28 AM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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