Origin
Tekamah, NE
Evening in Tekamah on Thursday
Local time
6:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tekamah, NE to Papillion, NE
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 2m
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 Tekamah, NE to Papillion, NE covers 47.9 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 133, US Highway 75, I 680 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11 miles on State Highway 133. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 47.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 47.9 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 133 and US Highway 75. The longest continuous stretch is about 11 miles on State Highway 133.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 133 is the longest continuous segment at about 11 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 133 and US Highway 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.2 miles in near N-133 / State Highway 133.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 19.2 miles (N-133 / State Highway 133): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 34.2 miles (I 680): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
19.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
N-133 / State Highway 133
Enter roundabout onto N-133 / State Highway 133
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
34.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
I 680
Merge onto I 680
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
40.5 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Downtown
8
42.8 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
43.1 mi into trip
|
~55m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Tekamah, NE and Papillion, NE, road signs point toward La Vista and Ralston.
La Vista
42.8 mi in
|
~54m
Ralston
42.8 mi in
|
~54m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 133 | 11 mi | 12m |
| US Highway 75 | 9 mi | 10m |
| I 680 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Highway 75 | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Highway 133 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| South 84th Street | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| North Washington Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| I 80 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 133
— 11 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tekamah, NE and Papillion, NE.
1
Start on US 75
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 13th Street
2
Continue on US 75
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Highway 75
3
Continue on US 75
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 75
4
Continue on US 75
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on US 75
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
US Highway 75
6
Continue on US 75
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Herman Boulevard
7
Continue on US 75
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
North 19th Street
8
Continue on US 30
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South 19th Street
9
Continue on US 30
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Highway 30
10
Enter roundabout onto N-133
184 ft
·
4 sec
·
State Highway 133
11
Continue on N-133
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 133
12
Continue on N-133
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 133
13
Continue on N-133
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 133
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on N-133
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 133
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on N-133
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 133
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 680 South
17
Merge onto I 680
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 680
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: Downtown
19
Merge onto I 80
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 448
Toward La Vista, Ralston
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
425 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 448
Toward La Vista, Ralston
Use the left / right lanes.
22
Turn straight onto South 84th Street
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South 84th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Continue on N-85
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Washington Street
24
Turn left onto East Lincoln Street
197 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Lincoln Street
25
Arrive at destination
East Lincoln Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Tekamah, NE · 31m 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
Arriving in Papillion, NE
The final approach into Papillion, 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
$7.49 one way
$14.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.22 | $18.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 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 | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
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
Papillion, NE
Evening in Papillion on Thursday
Local time
6:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
1h 4m 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 Tekamah, NE to Papillion, NE covers 47.9 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 133, US Highway 75, I 680. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 miles from Tekamah, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.49 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 47.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 19.2 miles (N-133 / State Highway 133): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 34.2 miles (I 680): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Tekamah, NE and Papillion, NE, road signs point toward La Vista and Ralston.
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