Origin
Lexington, NE
Afternoon in Lexington on Monday
Local time
2:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lexington, NE to Gothenburg, NE
Drive Time
32m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lexington, NE
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lexington, NE to Gothenburg, NE covers 25 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 30, East Pacific Street, West Pacific Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.2 miles on Highway 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.80 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
12.5 miles from Lexington, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 32m highway drive covering 25 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 30 and East Pacific Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.2 miles on Highway 30.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 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 22.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 30 and East Pacific Street. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 30; I 80 Alt / East Pacific Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lexington, NE to Gothenburg, NE is easy. At 32m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 30; I 80 Alt / East Pacific Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.7 miles (Lake Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 30; I 80 Alt / East Pacific Street
Turn right onto US 30; I 80 Alt / East Pacific Street
Navigation decision point
3
24.7 mi into trip
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~31m in
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Lake Avenue
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 30 | 22.2 mi | 26m |
| East Pacific Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Pacific Avenue | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| 8th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Washington Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lake Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 30
— 22.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington, NE and Gothenburg, NE.
1
Start on North Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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North Washington Street
2
Turn right onto US 30; I 80 Alt
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pacific Street
3
Continue on US 30; N-21; I 80 Alt
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Pacific Avenue
4
Continue on US 30; N-21; I 80 Alt
22 mi
·
26 min
·
Highway 30
5
Continue on US 30; I 80 Alt
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
6
Continue on US 30; I 80 Alt
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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8th Street
7
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lake Avenue
8
Arrive at destination
Lake Avenue
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 12.5 miles from Lexington, NE, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.2 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 25 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.5 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gothenburg, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lexington, 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 Lexington, NE
This is one driving day of about 25 miles and 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lexington, 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 Highway 30 for about 22.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.5 mi from Lexington, NE · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 Gothenburg, NE
The final approach into Gothenburg, 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 Gothenburg, 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
$3.80 one way
$7.59 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.19 | $8.37 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.55 | $11.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Gothenburg, NE
Afternoon in Gothenburg on Monday
Local time
2:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°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
39 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
32m 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 Lexington, NE to Gothenburg, NE covers 25 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 30, East Pacific Street, West Pacific Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.5 miles from Lexington, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.80 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.
The drive from Lexington, NE to Gothenburg, NE is easy. At 32m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 30; I 80 Alt / East Pacific Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.7 miles (Lake Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lexington, NE to Gothenburg, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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