Origin
Fremont, NE
Evening in Fremont on Sunday
Local time
5:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fremont, NE to Omaha, NE
Drive Time
51m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fremont, NE
Jean-Paul Wettstein
Omaha, NE
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Fremont to Omaha, you can expect a manageable 36.3-mile journey that typically takes about 51 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, as it keeps you entirely within the Great Plains region of Nebraska. You will primarily navigate via L-28B, US 275, and Dodge Street throughout the drive. With a modest fuel budget of just $6, this commute is highly economical for those looking to travel between these two Nebraska cities. Since the trip is short and straightforward, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It is a practical, efficient path that serves as a reliable link for travelers moving between these two points.
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
18.2 miles from Fremont, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed-road experience, blending local stretches with faster highway segments. You will spend approximately 42% of your time on highways, providing a balanced pace as you transition between urban and suburban environments. The most sustained portion of the journey occurs on L-28B, which accounts for a 13.8-mile uninterrupted stretch. As you move from Fremont toward Omaha, the road character shifts, requiring you to remain alert as you navigate the transition from US 275 onto Dodge Street. Expect a functional drive that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate route while maintaining steady momentum throughout the 51-minute duration.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
L-28B is the longest continuous segment at about 13.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 4th Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 1.7 miles (US 77 / Highway 77): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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
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~0m in
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North Broad Street
Turn left onto North Broad Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 77 / Highway 77
Enter roundabout onto US 77 / Highway 77
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Enter roundabout toward US 275 East: Omaha
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 275 East: Omaha
5
5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 275
Merge onto US 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| L-28B | 13.8 mi | 17m |
| US 275 | 12.4 mi | 13m |
| Dodge Street | 4.1 mi | 9m |
| Highway 77 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| North Broad Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Douglas Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Harney Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South 31st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
L-28B
— 13.8 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fremont, NE and Omaha, 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
339 ft
·
4 sec
·
Highway 77
5
Continue on US 77
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 77
6
Enter roundabout onto US 77
163 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 77
7
Continue on US 77
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 77
8
Enter roundabout
15 ft
·
0 sec
Toward US 275 East: Omaha
9
Continue
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 275 East: Omaha
10
Merge onto US 275
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 275
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on L-28B
14 mi
·
17 min
·
L-28B
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on US 6
4.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Dodge Street
Use the none lane.
13
Turn slight right onto US 6
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
South 31st Street
14
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Douglas Street
15
Turn right onto South 25th Street
388 ft
·
9 sec
·
South 25th Street
16
Continue on South 24th Avenue
398 ft
·
14 sec
·
South 24th Avenue
17
Turn left onto Harney Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Harney Street
18
Arrive at destination
Harney Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 36.3-mile trip with zero mandatory stops, you have total flexibility in your departure time. You should account for the fact that the route relies on major arteries like Dodge Street, which can experience varying traffic densities depending on the time of day. Given the low $6 fuel cost, you can easily top off your tank in Fremont before heading out to ensure a stress-free arrival in Omaha. Keep in mind that since there are no designated stops, you should plan any necessary breaks or errands either before you leave Fremont or once you reach your destination. Prioritizing a departure that avoids peak commuting hours on Dodge Street will help you maintain that 51-minute travel time.
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 18.2 miles from Fremont, NE, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.8 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 36.3 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.2 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 Omaha, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fremont, 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 Fremont, NE
This is one driving day of about 36.3 miles and 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fremont, 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 L-28B for about 13.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Fremont, NE · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Fremont, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Omaha, NE
The final approach into Omaha, 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 Omaha, 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
$5.51 one way
$11.03 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.85 | $13.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.06 | $16.13 |
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: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
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
Omaha, NE
Evening in Omaha on Sunday
Local time
5:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°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
34 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
51m 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 Omaha, NE covers 36.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are L-28B, US 275, Dodge Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.2 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 $5.51 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 straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 1.7 miles (US 77 / Highway 77): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Fremont, NE to Omaha, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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