Origin
Omaha, NE
Afternoon in Omaha on Thursday
Local time
12:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Omaha, NE to Crete, NE
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
82.1 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
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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Crete, NE
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Trip Overview
The drive from Omaha, NE to Crete, NE covers 82.1 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South 18th Street, Saint Mary's Avenue, South 29th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.84 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.
Midpoint
41.1 miles from Omaha, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 82.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 36m drive with frequent turns across 82.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 18th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Omaha, NE to Crete, NE is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Omaha, NE to Crete, NE is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 18th Street | — | — |
| Saint Mary's Avenue | — | — |
| South 29th Street | — | — |
| I 480 South | — | — |
| Gerald R Ford Expressway | — | — |
| NE 103 | — | — |
| 154th Road | — | — |
| North 5th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South 18th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omaha, NE and Crete, NE.
1
Start on Harney Street
177 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
449 ft
·
11 sec
·
South 29th Street
5
Take the ramp straight toward I 480 South, US 75 South
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 480 South, US 75 South
6
Merge slight left onto Gerald R Ford Expressway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Gerald R Ford Expressway
7
Take the exit slight right toward Gerald R Ford Expressway
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Gerald R Ford Expressway
8
Merge slight left
64 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward NE 103: Crete, Pleasant Dale, Doane University
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
NE 103: Crete, Pleasant Dale, Doane University
10
Turn left onto 154th Road
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
154th Road
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 154th Road
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
154th Road
12
Exit the roundabout onto 154th Road
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
154th Road
13
Continue on North 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
North 5th Street
14
Continue on 154th Road
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
154th Road
15
Continue on Highway 103
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 103
16
Turn right onto East Highway 33
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Highway 33
17
Continue on Hawthorne Avenue
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Hawthorne Avenue
18
Turn right onto East 13th Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
East 13th Street
19
Turn right onto Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Avenue
20
Arrive at your destination
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 41.1 miles from Omaha, NE, or about 48m into the drive.
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 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 48m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crete, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Omaha, NE so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Omaha, NE
This is one driving day of about 82.1 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Omaha, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.1 mi from Omaha, NE · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.1 miles from Omaha, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Crete, NE
The final approach into Crete, NE usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.84 one way
$25.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.09 | $28.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.80 | $31.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.13 | $36.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.49 | $5.25 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Crete, NE
Afternoon in Crete on Thursday
Local time
12:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Ashland, NE
41 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
24 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
1h 36m 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 Crete, NE covers 82.1 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 18th Street, Saint Mary's Avenue, South 29th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.1 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 $12.84 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 Omaha, NE to Crete, NE is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Omaha, NE to Crete, NE is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Omaha, NE to Crete, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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