Origin
Sumner, NE
Morning in Sumner on Wednesday
Local time
10:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sumner, NE to Gothenburg, NE
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
47.4 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
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6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gothenburg, NE
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sumner, NE to Gothenburg, NE covers 47.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Road 761, Highway 21, West Highway 30 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.9 miles on Road 761. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.41 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
23.7 miles from Sumner, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Sumner, NE to Gothenburg, NE covers 47.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Road 761 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near N-40 / Highway 40.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sumner, NE to Gothenburg, NE is easy. At 1h 3m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (N-40 / Highway 40): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (Road 771): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles (N-21 / Highway 21): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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N-40 / Highway 40
At end of road, turn left onto N-40 / Highway 40
Navigation decision point
4
8.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Road 771
Turn left onto Road 771
Navigation decision point
4
14.4 mi into trip
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~18m in
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N-21 / Highway 21
At end of road, turn left onto N-21 / Highway 21
Navigation decision point
4
24.4 mi into trip
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~30m in
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Road 761
Turn right onto Road 761
Navigation decision point
3
47.2 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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Lake Avenue
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Road 761 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Highway 21 | 10 mi | 11m |
| West Highway 30 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Highway 40 | 8 mi | 9m |
| Road 771 | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| East 8th Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| 8th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Lake Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Road 761
— 10.9 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumner, NE and Gothenburg, NE.
1
Start on Ash Street
0.1 mi
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28 sec
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Ash Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto N-40
8.0 mi
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9 min
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Highway 40
3
Turn left onto Road 771
6.3 mi
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8 min
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Road 771
4
At end of road, turn left onto N-21
10 mi
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11 min
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Highway 21
5
Turn right onto Road 761
11 mi
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15 min
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Road 761
6
Continue on East 8th Street
1.8 mi
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4 min
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East 8th Street
7
Turn straight onto US 30; I 80 Alt
9.3 mi
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10 min
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West Highway 30
8
Continue on US 30; I 80 Alt
0.1 mi
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10 sec
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Lincoln Highway
9
Continue on US 30; I 80 Alt
0.6 mi
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1 min
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8th Street
10
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
0.2 mi
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42 sec
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Lake Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Lake Avenue
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 23.7 miles from Sumner, NE, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 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 47.4 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.7 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gothenburg, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sumner, 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 Sumner, NE
This is one driving day of about 47.4 miles and 1h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sumner, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Road 761 for about 10.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.7 mi from Sumner, NE · 29m 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 47.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from Sumner, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gothenburg, NE
The final approach into Gothenburg, 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 Gothenburg, 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
$7.41 one way
$14.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.14 | $16.27 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.47 | $20.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 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 | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
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
Gothenburg, NE
Morning in Gothenburg on Wednesday
Local time
10:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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 3m 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 Sumner, NE to Gothenburg, NE covers 47.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Road 761, Highway 21, West Highway 30. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.7 miles from Sumner, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.41 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 Sumner, NE to Gothenburg, NE is easy. At 1h 3m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (N-40 / Highway 40): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (Road 771): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles (N-21 / Highway 21): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sumner, NE to Gothenburg, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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