Drive Time
59m
Distance
44.9 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
The drive from Fremont, NE to Louisville, NE covers 44.9 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 4th Street, North Broad Street, Highway 77 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.10 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
22.5 miles from Fremont, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Expect a 59m drive with frequent turns across 44.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Broad Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 77 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 275 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 144th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 144th Street south | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 144th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont, NE and Louisville, NE.
Start on the route
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Turn left onto North Broad Street
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Highway 77
Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Highway 77
Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward US 275 East: Omaha
Exit the roundabout onto US 275 East: Omaha
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward 144th Street
Keep slight right to continue on 144th Street south
Turn straight onto North 144th Street
Continue on State Highway 50
Continue on South 144th Street
Continue on State Highway 50
Continue on Highway 50
Turn left onto State Highway 66
Continue on West 5th Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 44.9 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.5 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Louisville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fremont, NE
This is one driving day of about 44.9 miles and 59m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.5 mi from Fremont, NE · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
The final approach into Louisville, 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 Louisville, NE.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.10 one way
$12.20 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $6.81 | $13.61 |
| premium | $4.15 | $7.34 | $14.67 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $6.63 | $13.26 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Fremont on Saturday
Local time
3:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Louisville on Saturday
Local time
3:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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