Origin
Papillion, NE
Late night in Papillion on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Papillion, NE to Pierce, NE
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
130.1 mi
209 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
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6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Papillion, NE to Pierce, NE covers 130.1 miles and takes about 2h 37m 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 59.4 miles on Highway 275. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.34 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
65 miles from Papillion, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 37m highway drive covering 130.1 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 275 and US 275. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.4 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 37 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 59.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 275 and US 275. 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.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 130.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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
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~10m in
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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
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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 Pierce, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 275 | 59.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| US 275 | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| West Dodge Road | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| Highway 13 | 8 mi | 9m |
| Highway 77 | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| North 13th Street | 5 mi | 5m |
| South 84th Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| East Omaha Avenue | 3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 275
— 59.4 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Papillion, NE and Pierce, NE.
1
Start on East Lincoln Street
197 ft
·
12 sec
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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
Continue on US 275; N-91
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Highway 275
20
Continue on US 275
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Lincoln Street
21
Continue on US 275
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 275
22
Continue on US 275
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
23
Continue on US 275
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 275
24
Continue on US 275
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
E Avenue East
25
Continue on US 275
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Avenue E West
26
Continue on US 275
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Highway 275
27
Continue on US 275
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Omaha Avenue
28
Turn right onto US 81
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South 13th Street
29
Continue on US 81
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North 13th Street
30
Turn left onto N-13
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 13
31
Continue on N-13
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Main Street
32
Turn straight onto N-13
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Highway 13
33
Continue on N-13
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Highway 13
34
Continue on N-13
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Willow Street
35
Turn right onto N-13
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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South Lucas Street
36
Turn right onto N-98
508 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Main Street
37
Arrive at destination
N-98
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 65 miles from Papillion, NE, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.4 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65 miles or 1h 19m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pierce, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Papillion, 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 Papillion, NE
This is one driving day of about 130.1 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Papillion, 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 59.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65 mi from Papillion, NE · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65 miles from Papillion, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pierce, NE
The final approach into Pierce, 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 Pierce, 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
$20.34 one way
$40.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.33 | $44.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.04 | $50.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.72 | $57.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39 | 0 | $13.66 | $6.24 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.38 | $5.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52 | 0 | $18.21 | $8.33 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Pierce, NE
Late night in Pierce on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Fremont, NE
65 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
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
2h 37m 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 Pierce, NE covers 130.1 miles and takes about 2h 37m 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 65 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 $20.34 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 demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 130.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 Pierce, NE, road signs begin pointing toward Pacific Street West along the way.
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