Origin
Grand Island, NE
Afternoon in Grand Island on Thursday
Local time
2:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grand Island, NE to Bennington, NE
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
132.5 mi
213 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grand Island, NE
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Trip Overview
The drive from Grand Island, NE to Bennington, NE covers 132.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 30, County Road K, County Road 130 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.7 miles on Highway 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.71 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.3 miles from Grand Island, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 132.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Grand Island, NE to Bennington, NE covers 132.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.7 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 around 0.2 miles in near North Sycamore Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 44m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Sycamore Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 30 / East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Sycamore Street
Turn right onto North Sycamore Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 30 / East 1st Street
Turn left onto US 30 / East 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
31.3 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
31.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
N-92 / Highway 92
Turn left onto N-92 / Highway 92
Navigation decision point
4
97.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
US 77; N-92 / Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
Turn left onto US 77; N-92 / Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 30 | 28.7 mi | 34m |
| County Road K | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| County Road 130 | 13.4 mi | 16m |
| County Road M | 12.4 mi | 15m |
| 32 Road | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| 31 Road | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| Highway 81 & 92 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| South 264th Street | 4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 30
— 28.7 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Island, NE and Bennington, NE.
1
Start on West 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
West 3rd Street
2
Turn right onto North Sycamore Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Sycamore Street
3
Turn left onto US 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1st Street
4
Continue on US 30
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Highway 30
5
Continue on US 30
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
G Street
6
Continue on US 30
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
16th Street
7
Continue on US 30
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 30
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
9
Turn left onto N-92
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 92
10
Continue on N-92
13 mi
·
16 min
·
County Road 130
11
Continue on US 81; N-92
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 81 & 92
12
Continue on US 81; N-92
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Park Street
13
Continue on US 81; N-92
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 131
14
Continue on N-92
12 mi
·
14 min
·
31 Road
15
Continue on N-92
12 mi
·
14 min
·
32 Road
16
Continue on N-92
14 mi
·
16 min
·
County Road K
17
Turn left onto US 77; N-92
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
Use the left lane.
18
Enter roundabout onto US 77; N-92
217 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road M
19
Continue on US 77; N-92
12 mi
·
15 min
·
County Road M
20
Continue on N-92
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Center Road
21
Turn left onto South 264th Street
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South 264th Street
22
Turn right onto West Maple Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Maple Road
23
Turn left onto North Front Street
369 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Front Street
24
Turn right onto N-64
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Maple Road
25
Turn left onto North 230th Street
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North 230th Street
26
Continue on North 225th Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North 225th Street
27
Turn right onto Rainwood Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Rainwood Road
28
Turn left onto N-31
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North 204th Street
29
Turn right onto Bennington Road
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Bennington Road
30
Turn left
42 ft
·
3 sec
31
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.3 miles from Grand Island, NE, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.3 miles or 1h 21m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bennington, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grand Island, 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 Grand Island, NE
This is one driving day of about 132.5 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Grand Island, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Highway 30 for about 28.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.3 mi from Grand Island, NE · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.3 miles from Grand Island, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bennington, NE
The final approach into Bennington, 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 Bennington, 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
$20.71 one way
$41.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.74 | $45.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.50 | $51.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.25 | $58.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.91 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.59 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.55 | $8.48 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (65% 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
Bennington, NE
Afternoon in Bennington on Thursday
Local time
2:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
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
2h 44m 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 Grand Island, NE to Bennington, NE covers 132.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 30, County Road K, County Road 130. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.3 miles from Grand Island, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.71 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 44m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Sycamore Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 30 / East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Grand Island, NE to Bennington, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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