Origin
Omaha, NE
Late night in Omaha on Friday
Local time
4:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Omaha, NE to Eagle, NE
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
48.1 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Omaha, NE
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Eagle, NE
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Trip Overview
This 48.1-mile drive from Omaha, NE, to Eagle, NE, is a quick trip, typically taking around 56 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, with no need to split it into overnights. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it an efficient journey through the Great Plains region. With a projected fuel cost of around $8, it's an economical option for getting from point A to point B. You'll spend most of your time on I 80, making it a straightforward drive.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 48.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The majority of this journey, about 69% of it, is spent on highways, offering a straightforward and efficient travel experience. You'll find yourself on I 80 for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 31 miles. Beyond the interstate, the route incorporates local roads like 238th Street and O Street, which will break up the highway driving. Expect a predominantly highway-focused profile, with the landscape of the Great Plains unfolding around you.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 31 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and 238th Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 18th Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 3.2 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese 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
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
5
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
34.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward NE 63: Ashland, Greenwood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NE 63: Ashland, Greenwood
5
48.1 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
D Street
Turn right onto D Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Omaha, NE to Eagle, NE, road signs begin pointing toward Greenwood along the way.
Greenwood
34.2 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 31 mi | 33m |
| 238th Street | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| O Street | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Gerald R Ford Expressway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Saint Mary's Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| South 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Russell Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 18th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 31 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omaha, NE and Eagle, 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
Take the exit onto I 480
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
Gerald R Ford Expressway
8
Merge onto I 80
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward NE 63: Ashland, Greenwood
10
Turn left onto N-63; I 80 Alt
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
238th Street
11
Continue on N-63
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Russell Street
12
Continue on N-63
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
238th Street
13
Turn right onto US 34
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
O Street
14
Turn right onto South 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
South 4th Street
15
Turn right onto D Street
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
D Street
16
Arrive at destination
D Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Omaha, NE · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Omaha, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eagle, NE
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Eagle, NE if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.52 one way
$15.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.26 | $18.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.62 | $21.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Eagle, NE
Late night in Eagle on Friday
Local time
4:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
56m 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 Eagle, NE covers 48.1 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, 238th Street, O Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 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 $7.52 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 48.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 3.2 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Omaha, NE to Eagle, NE, road signs begin pointing toward Greenwood along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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