Origin
Omaha, NE
Afternoon in Omaha on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Omaha, NE to Bellevue, NE
Drive Time
18m
Distance
11.2 mi
18 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Omaha, NE
Tom Fisk
Bellevue, NE
Armin Forster
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute or a simple day excursion within the Great Plains, the 11.2-mile journey from Omaha to Bellevue is a straightforward choice. You can expect to spend about 18 minutes behind the wheel, making this a highly efficient trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route for any traveler. Since both cities are located within Nebraska, you will remain in the Great Plains region for the entire duration. This drive is ideal for those who prefer a rapid, low-stress transition between two neighboring urban areas. It is a practical, no-fuss option for anyone needing to bridge these two points quickly.
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
5.6 miles from Omaha, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that balances urban transit with highway efficiency. You will spend 57% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Kennedy Freeway and the Gerald R. Ford Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 5.1-mile segment on the Kennedy Freeway, which allows for a consistent pace before you transition onto Harvell Drive. Because the route is relatively short, you will experience a seamless blend of fast-moving expressway traffic and localized driving. Expect a functional, direct experience that prioritizes speed and accessibility over winding scenery or technical maneuvers.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kennedy Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 18th Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 18th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South 18th Street
Turn right onto South 18th Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 480 South, US 75 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 480 South, US 75 South
6
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Bellevue
6
11 mi into trip
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~17m in
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East Mission Avenue
Turn left onto East Mission Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
11.2 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Freeway | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Gerald R Ford Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Harvell Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Harvell Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Saint Mary's Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Cornhusker Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Mission Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kennedy Freeway
— 5.1 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omaha, NE and Bellevue, NE.
1
Start on Harney Street
176 ft
·
10 sec
·
Harney Street
2
Turn right onto South 18th Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
South 18th Street
3
Turn right onto Saint Mary's Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Saint Mary's Avenue
4
Turn left onto South 29th Street
450 ft
·
10 sec
·
South 29th Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 480 South, US 75 South
6
Merge onto I 480; US 75
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Gerald R Ford Expressway
7
Continue on I 480; US 75
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Kennedy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Cornhusker Road
9
Keep slight left at fork
169 ft
·
12 sec
Toward Bellevue
10
Turn left onto Cornhusker Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cornhusker Road
11
Continue on Harvell Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Harvell Drive
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on South Harvell Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Harvell Drive
13
Turn straight onto Franklin Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Franklin Street
14
Turn left onto East Mission Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Mission Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Main Street
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Because this is an 18-minute drive, you have immense flexibility in your departure schedule, as there are no required stops along the way. You will not need to plan for major rest breaks or refueling stops given the modest $2 cost, though it is always smart to ensure your tank is ready for local city driving. Since you are navigating through a mix of freeway systems and surface streets, keep a close eye on signage when transitioning from the Kennedy Freeway onto Harvell Drive to ensure a smooth exit. Use the brevity of this trip to your advantage by planning your arrival to avoid peak-hour congestion on the expressway. Your best strategy is to treat this as a simple point-to-point transit, allowing you to reach your destination in Bellevue with minimal preparation.
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 5.6 miles from Omaha, NE, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.1 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 11.2 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.6 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bellevue, 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 11.2 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Omaha, 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 Kennedy Freeway for about 5.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.6 mi from Omaha, NE · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.6 miles from Omaha, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bellevue, NE
The final approach into Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, 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
$1.70 one way
$3.40 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.88 | $3.75 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.11 | $4.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.49 | $4.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Bellevue, NE
Afternoon in Bellevue on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
35 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m 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 Bellevue, NE covers 11.2 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kennedy Freeway, Gerald R Ford Expressway, Harvell Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.6 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 $1.70 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 18th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Omaha, NE to Bellevue, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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