Origin
Papillion, NE
Afternoon in Papillion on Thursday
Local time
1:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Papillion, NE to Hooper, NE
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Papillion, NE
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Hooper, NE
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Trip Overview
The drive from Papillion, NE to Hooper, NE covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 275, West Dodge Road, Highway 77 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.7 miles on US 275. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.18 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 52.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 52.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 275 and West Dodge Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.7 miles on US 275.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 275 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 275 and West Dodge Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in near I 80.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.3 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 5.2 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 680 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 446
Toward I 680 North
5
8.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward Pacific Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit (new value)
Toward Pacific Street
7
8.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Pacific Street west
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 2
Toward Pacific Street west
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 6 / West Dodge Road
Merge onto US 6 / West Dodge Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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 Papillion, NE to Hooper, NE, road signs begin pointing toward Pacific Street West along the way.
Pacific Street West
8.9 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 275 | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| West Dodge Road | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| Highway 77 | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| South 84th Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Old Highway 275 | 2 mi | 2m |
| I 80 | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| South Washington Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| US 77 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 275
— 19.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Papillion, NE and Hooper, NE.
1
Start on East Lincoln Street
197 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Lincoln Street
2
Turn right onto N-85
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Washington Street
3
Continue on N-85
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South 84th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 80 West
5
Merge onto I 80
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 446
Toward I 680 North
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 680
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 680
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit (new value)
Toward Pacific Street
9
Continue on this road
403 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
Exit 2
Toward Pacific Street
10
Keep slight left at fork
161 ft
·
6 sec
Exit 2
Toward Pacific Street west
11
Turn left onto Pacific Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pacific Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto South 120th Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South 120th Street
13
Take the ramp onto West Dodge Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Dodge Road
Toward US 6 West
14
Merge onto US 6
10 mi
·
11 min
·
West Dodge Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 275
20 mi
·
21 min
·
US 275
16
Take the exit onto US 77; US 275
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 77; US 275
17
Keep slight left at fork
469 ft
·
14 sec
18
Turn right onto Highway 77
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Highway 77
19
Take the exit onto US 77
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 77
Toward US 77
20
Turn left onto Old Highway 275
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Highway 275
21
Continue on East Howard Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Howard Street
22
Turn right onto North Main Street
254 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Papillion, NE · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Papillion, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hooper, NE
The final approach into Hooper, 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
$8.18 one way
$16.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.98 | $17.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.06 | $20.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Hooper, NE
Afternoon in Hooper on Thursday
Local time
1:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Valley, NE
26 mi in
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 6m 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 Papillion, NE to Hooper, NE covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 275, West Dodge Road, Highway 77. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Papillion, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.18 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 52.3 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 5.2 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Papillion, NE to Hooper, NE, road signs begin pointing toward Pacific Street West along the way.
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