The drive from Plainview, NE to Papillion, NE covers 147.8 miles and takes about 2h 58m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 275, Highway 13, Highway 30 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.3 miles on Highway 275.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.11 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
73.9 miles from Plainview, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 58m. Total distance: 147.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 58m highway drive covering 147.8 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 275 and Highway 13. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.3 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 35 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 59.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 275 and Highway 13. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 106.3 miles in near US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 147.8 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 106.3 miles (US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 137.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 138 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
106.3 mi into trip|~2h 6m in|US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30
Merge onto US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
137.5 mi into trip|~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward I 680, I 80
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 680, I 80
7
138 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 680 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 680 South
8
142.7 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward La Vista, Ralston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 448
Toward La Vista, Ralston
10
143 mi into trip|~2h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward La Vista, Ralston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Exit 448
Toward La Vista, Ralston
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Highway 275
59.3 mi
1h 6m
Highway 13
24.5 mi
28m
Highway 30
20 mi
21m
L-28B
11.1 mi
13m
Highway 77
7.8 mi
8m
Old Hadar Road
3.3 mi
4m
South 84th Street
3.1 mi
5m
West Omaha Avenue
3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Highway 275
— 59.3 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plainview, NE and Papillion, NE.
1
Start on South Maple Street
391 ft·22 sec·South Maple Street
2
Turn left onto US 20
0.5 mi·58 sec·West Park Avenue
3
Turn left onto N-13
18 mi·20 min·Highway 13
4
Continue on N-13
0.3 mi·41 sec·North Lucas Street
5
Turn left onto N-13
0.4 mi·37 sec·West Willow Street
6
Continue on N-13
0.2 mi·24 sec·State Highway 13
7
Continue on N-13
7.0 mi·8 min·Highway 13
8
Turn slight right onto Old Hadar Road
3.3 mi·4 min·Old Hadar Road
9
Turn left onto West Eisenhower Avenue
469 ft·16 sec·West Eisenhower Avenue
10
Turn right onto US 81
2.0 mi·2 min·North 13th Street
11
Continue on US 81
1.0 mi·1 min·South 13th Street
12
Turn left onto US 275
3.0 mi·3 min·West Omaha Avenue
13
Continue on US 275
23 mi·26 min·Highway 275
14
Continue on US 275
0.5 mi·1 min·Avenue E West
15
Continue on US 275
0.5 mi·1 min·E Avenue East
16
Continue on US 275
5.9 mi·7 min·Highway 275
17
Continue on US 275
0.9 mi·1 min·Front Street
18
Continue on US 275
7.0 mi·7 min·Highway 275
19
Continue on US 275
1.8 mi·2 min·North Lincoln Street
20
Continue on US 275
23 mi·24 min·Highway 275
21
Continue on US 77; US 275; N-91
7.8 mi·8 min·Highway 77
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
23
Merge onto US 30; US 77; US 275
20 mi·21 min·Highway 30
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on L-28B
11 mi·13 min·L-28B
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.5 mi·54 sec
Toward I 680, I 80
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 680 SouthUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto I 680
2.0 mi·2 min·I 680
28
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 80 East: Downtown
29
Merge onto I 80
1.5 mi·1 min·I 80
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi·29 sec
Exit 448Toward La Vista, RalstonUse the slight right lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork
425 ft·7 sec
Exit 448Toward La Vista, RalstonUse the left / right lanes.
32
Turn straight onto South 84th Street
3.1 mi·5 min·South 84th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
33
Continue on N-85
1.5 mi·3 min·North Washington Street
34
Turn left onto East Lincoln Street
197 ft·8 sec·East Lincoln Street
35
Arrive at destination
East Lincoln Street
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 73.9 miles from Plainview, NE, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.3 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 33 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.9 miles or 1h 30m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Papillion, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Plainview, 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 Plainview, NE
This is one driving day of about 147.8 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Plainview, 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 59.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.9 mi from Plainview, NE
· 1h 30m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.11 one way
$46.21 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.37
$50.74
premium
$4.89
$28.44
$56.89
diesel
$5.61
$32.63
$65.26
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
33 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
ChargePoint Charging Station
Papillion, NE
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Omaha, Nebraska
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Elkhorn, Nebraska
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Elkhorn, Nebraska
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Norfolk, Nebraska
Tesla
1 DCFC
EVgo Charging Station
Omaha, Nebraska
EVgo
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Norfolk, Nebraska
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Omaha, Nebraska
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 22
Blink: 3
Tesla: 2
Other: 2
EV Connect: 2
EVgo: 1
Tesla Destination: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.3
0
$15.52
$7.09
Efficient EV
37
0
$12.93
$5.91
EV Truck/SUV
59.1
0
$20.69
$9.46
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Plainview, NE
Evening
in Plainview on Friday
Local time
6:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Papillion, NE
Evening
in Papillion on Friday
Local time
6:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Fremont, NE
74 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
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 58m 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 Plainview, NE to Papillion, NE covers 147.8 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 275, Highway 13, Highway 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.9 miles from Plainview, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.11 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 15 significant decision points across 147.8 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 106.3 miles (US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 137.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 138 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Plainview, NE to Papillion, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
