Origin
Fremont, NE
Morning in Fremont on Saturday
Local time
10:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fremont, NE to Hickman, NE
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
70.9 mi
114 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Hickman, NE
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Trip Overview
Fremont to Hickman is 70.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 25 minutes via US 77 and County Road 18, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Great Plains region of Nebraska for its entirety. Expect a mixed driving experience, not a monotonous interstate crawl, but it's straightforward enough for a single-day trip. Given its relatively short duration, you'll likely find this route offers a practical and efficient way to travel between these two points without needing an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 70.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This journey offers a balanced driving profile, with 52% of the route utilizing highway conditions. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 23 miles on US 77, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of your drive. The route transitions between primary highways and county roads, so be prepared for a slight change in the driving environment as you navigate. Overall, it's a mixed drive that avoids being overly demanding, allowing for a comfortable experience behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 23 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 4th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.9 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 51.9 miles (US 77; I 80 Alt): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 4th Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Broad Street
Turn left onto North Broad Street
Navigation decision point
5
51.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
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US 77; I 80 Alt
Take the exit onto US 77; I 80 Alt toward US 77 South: Beatrice
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 397
Toward US 77 South: Beatrice
6
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
US 77
Keep slight left at fork onto US 77 toward US 77 South: Beatrice
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 397
Toward US 77 South: Beatrice
6
61.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 77 / US Highway 77
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77 / US Highway 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 77 | 23 mi | 27m |
| County Road 18 | 12.6 mi | 13m |
| Highway 77 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| County Road 11 | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Hickman Road | 4 mi | 5m |
| South 12th Street | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| North Broad Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| US Highway 77 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 77
— 23 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont, NE and Hickman, NE.
1
Start on this road
143 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West 4th Street
188 ft
·
15 sec
·
West 4th Street
3
Turn left onto North Broad Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Broad Street
4
Enter roundabout onto US 77
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
Highway 77
5
Continue on US 77
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Highway 77
6
Continue on US 77
11 mi
·
13 min
·
County Road 11
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 77
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 77
8
Enter roundabout onto US 77; N-92
154 ft
·
1 sec
·
Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
9
Continue on US 77; N-92
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 77
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 18
11
Continue on US 77
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Highway 77
12
Continue on US 77
11 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road 18
13
Take the exit onto US 77
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
US 77
Toward I 80 west
14
Take the exit onto US 77; I 80 Alt
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 77; I 80 Alt
Exit 397
Toward US 77 South: Beatrice
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 77
9.1 mi
·
11 min
·
US 77
Exit 397
Toward US 77 South: Beatrice
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 77
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Continue on US 77
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South 12th Street
18
Turn left onto S-55G
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickman Road
19
Enter roundabout onto Chestnut Street
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
Chestnut Street
20
Continue on Chestnut Street
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Chestnut Street
21
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
45 ft
·
1 sec
·
East 2nd Street
22
Arrive at destination
East 2nd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.4 mi from Fremont, NE · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 Hickman, NE
The final approach into Hickman, NE usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.08 one way
$22.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.17 | $24.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.64 | $27.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.65 | $31.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Hickman, NE
Morning in Hickman on Saturday
Local time
10:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Waverly, NE
35 mi in
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
28 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
1h 25m 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 Fremont, NE to Hickman, NE covers 70.9 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 77, County Road 18, Highway 77. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.4 miles from Fremont, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.08 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.9 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 51.9 miles (US 77; I 80 Alt): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Fremont, NE to Hickman, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Homestead National Historical Park.
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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