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Trip from Omaha, NE to Battle Creek, NE

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 32m

Distance

124.2 mi

200 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 22m ★
6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 53m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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seat of Douglas County, and largest city in State of Nebraska, United States

Omaha, NE

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Downtown Battle Creek, NE, NE

Battle Creek, NE

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Trip Overview

The drive from Omaha, NE to Battle Creek, NE covers 124.2 miles and takes about 2h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Highway 275, US 275, West Dodge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68.5 miles on Highway 275. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.42 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

62.1 miles from Omaha, NE

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 124.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 32m highway drive covering 124.2 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 275 and US 275. The longest continuous stretch is about 68.5 miles on Highway 275.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 275 is the longest continuous segment at about 68.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 275 and US 275. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 18th 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 32m drive. You will face about 10 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 (South 18th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Howard Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (South 19th Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South 18th Street

Turn right onto South 18th Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Howard Street

Turn right onto Howard Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | South 19th Street

Turn right onto South 19th Street

Navigation decision point

6
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 6R / Dodge Street

Turn left onto US 6R / Dodge Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
39.1 mi into trip | ~52m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Highway 275 68.5 mi 1h 17m
US 275 19.7 mi 21m
West Dodge Road 13.8 mi 17m
Highway 77 7.6 mi 8m
Dodge Street 5 mi 11m
East Omaha Avenue 3.3 mi 3m
South Lincoln Street 1.8 mi 2m
Highway 121 1.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Highway 275 — 68.5 mi, about 1h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Omaha, NE and Battle Creek, NE.

1

Start on Harney Street

176 ft · 10 sec · Harney Street
2

Turn right onto South 18th Street

368 ft · 20 sec · South 18th Street
3

Turn right onto Howard Street

314 ft · 17 sec · Howard Street
4

Turn right onto South 19th Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · South 19th Street
5

Turn left onto US 6R

5.0 mi · 11 min · Dodge Street
Use the left lane.
6

Continue on US 6

14 mi · 17 min · West Dodge Road
Use the straight lane.
7

Continue on US 275

20 mi · 21 min · US 275
8

Take the exit onto US 77; US 275

0.2 mi · 35 sec · US 77; US 275
9

Keep slight left at fork

469 ft · 14 sec
10

Turn right onto Highway 77

7.6 mi · 8 min · Highway 77
11

Continue on US 275; N-91

23 mi · 24 min · Highway 275
12

Continue on US 275

1.8 mi · 2 min · South Lincoln Street
13

Continue on US 275

7.0 mi · 7 min · Highway 275
14

Continue on US 275

0.9 mi · 1 min · Front Street
15

Continue on US 275

5.9 mi · 7 min · Highway 275
16

Continue on US 275

0.5 mi · 1 min · E Avenue East
17

Continue on US 275

0.5 mi · 1 min · Avenue E West
18

Continue on US 275

23 mi · 26 min · Highway 275
19

Continue on US 275

3.3 mi · 3 min · East Omaha Avenue
20

Continue on US 275

2.0 mi · 2 min · Highway 275
21

Enter roundabout onto US 275

204 ft · 2 sec · Highway 275
22

Continue on US 275

7.1 mi · 7 min · Highway 275
23

Turn left onto N-121

1.5 mi · 1 min · Highway 121
24

Continue on N-121

0.3 mi · 48 sec · North 4th Street
25

Turn left onto West Main Street

0.1 mi · 20 sec · West Main Street
26

Arrive at destination

West Main Street

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 62.1 miles from Omaha, NE, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.5 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 27 miles or 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 62.1 miles or 1h 17m 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 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Battle Creek, NE than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Omaha, 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 Omaha, NE

This is one driving day of about 124.2 miles and 2h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Omaha, 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 275 for about 68.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 62.1 mi from Omaha, NE · 1h 17m into the drive

city and county seat of Dodge County, Nebraska, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fremont, NE

62 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

Fremont, NE

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monterey, NE

Meal break

The midpoint is around 62.1 miles from Omaha, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Highway 275 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.5 miles.

Arriving in Battle Creek, NE

The final approach into Battle Creek, 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 Battle Creek, NE.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Monarch Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Omaha, Nebraska

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $50 to $10

Hours: 7–10 am

+14029910660

Visit website

Asli Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Omaha, Nebraska

0.4 mi

Feta's Greek Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Omaha, Nebraska

0.7 mi

Monarch Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $50 to $10

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 7–10 am

+14029910660

Visit website

Asli Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 8:30 am–8 pm

+14025102273

Visit website

Feta's Greek Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 8.9

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14025044976

Visit website

Tixteco Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+14023159766

Visit website

Mercy Thai Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+17128284200

Visit website

Greek Islands Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14023461528

Visit website

Abelardo's Mexican Fresh

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+14029998039

Visit website

Estilo Jalisco Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+14022980351

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Omaha, NE

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 115.3

Norfolk, Nebraska

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 8.9

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 17.7

Elkhorn, Nebraska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

The Old Market

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 10 am–1:30 pm

+14023464445

Visit website

Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 5 am–11 pm

+14025996565

Visit website

Lewis & Clark Landing at The RiverFront

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 5 am–11 pm

+14025996565

Visit website

Museum Of Shadows

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 2–10 pm

+14028857557

Visit website

Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters and Visitor Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Omaha, Nebraska

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+14026611804

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.42 one way

$38.83 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $21.32 $42.64
premium $4.89 $23.90 $47.80
diesel $5.61 $27.42 $54.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 43.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 37.3 0 $13.04 $5.96
Efficient EV 31.1 0 $10.87 $4.97
EV Truck/SUV 49.7 0 $17.39 $7.95

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Omaha, NE

Morning in Omaha on Saturday

Local time

6:07 AM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Battle Creek, NE

Morning in Battle Creek on Saturday

Local time

6:07 AM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

77°F

Fremont, NE

62 mi in

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

3 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 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 Omaha, NE to Battle Creek, NE covers 124.2 miles and takes about 2h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Highway 275, US 275, West Dodge Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 62.1 miles from Omaha, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.42 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 32m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 18th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Howard Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (South 19th Street): Navigation decision point.

The route from Omaha, NE to Battle Creek, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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