Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
126.3 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
The drive from Hastings, NE to Beatrice, NE covers 126.3 miles and takes about 2h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Hastings Avenue, West 2nd Street, South Elm Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.15 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
63.2 miles from Hastings, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Expect a 2h 10m drive with frequent turns across 126.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Hastings Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Elm Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East South Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 14 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Johnson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Hastings, NE and Beatrice, NE.
Start on West 3rd Street
Turn left onto North Hastings Avenue
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Elm Avenue
Turn left onto East South Street
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Turn right onto Highway 14
Continue on North Center Street
Turn left onto East Johnson Street
Continue on Highway 41
Continue on F Street
Turn right onto South 13th Street
Continue on Highway 41
Turn right
Turn left onto Highway 4
Continue on Francis Street
Continue on Highway 4
Turn right onto Highway 15
Turn left onto Highway 4
Continue on State Highway 4
Continue on West Highway 4
Turn left onto West Court Street
Turn left onto North 5th Street
Turn right
Turn right
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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.2 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beatrice, NE than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hastings, 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 Hastings, NE
This is one driving day of about 126.3 miles and 2h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.2 mi from Hastings, NE · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 63.2 miles from Hastings, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Beatrice, 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 Beatrice, NE.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$17.15 one way
$34.31 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $19.14 | $38.29 |
| premium | $4.15 | $20.64 | $41.27 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $18.65 | $37.29 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.2 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 Hastings on Saturday
Local time
3:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Beatrice on Saturday
Local time
3:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°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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