Origin
Wisner, NE
Afternoon in Wisner on Thursday
Local time
4:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wisner, NE to Monterey, NE
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
30m
Distance
19.9 mi
32 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wisner, NE
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Monterey, NE
Sonia Mesa
Trip Overview
This short 19.9-mile drive from Wisner to Monterey in Nebraska is easily manageable as a day trip, taking about 30 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on local roads, with about 30% of your journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is a low $3, making it an economical option. This is a straightforward drive through the Great Plains region, perfect for a quick transit or a brief exploration of the local landscape. Given its short length, you won't need to worry about overnight stays or splitting the journey.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 19.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with about 30% of the 19.9 miles on highways and the rest on local roads like 6 Road and 12 Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.6 miles on 6 Road, offering a bit of open driving. This drive doesn't present a monotonous interstate grind; instead, it's a blend of quicker highway sections and more local, potentially slower-paced roads. The character of the drive is defined by its practicality and straightforwardness, moving you efficiently from one point to another within the Great Plains.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
6 Road is the longest continuous segment at about 10.6 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 0.2 miles in near South 13th Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wisner, NE to Monterey, NE is easy. At 30m with 30% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (South 13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles (N-32 / Highway 32): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (12 Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South 13th Street
Turn left onto South 13th Street
Navigation decision point
3
11.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
N-32 / Highway 32
Turn left onto N-32 / Highway 32
Navigation decision point
4
17.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
12 Road
Turn right onto 12 Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Road | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Highway 32 | 6 mi | 7m |
| 12 Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| South 13th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| E Avenue East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
6 Road
— 10.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wisner, NE and Monterey, NE.
1
Start on US 275
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
E Avenue East
2
Turn left onto South 13th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 13th Street
3
Continue on 6 Road
11 mi
·
14 min
·
6 Road
4
Turn left onto N-32
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 32
5
Turn right onto 12 Road
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
12 Road
6
Arrive at destination
12 Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.11 one way
$6.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.42 | $6.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.83 | $7.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.39 | $8.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Monterey, NE
Afternoon in Monterey on Thursday
Local time
4:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
30m 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 Wisner, NE to Monterey, NE covers 19.9 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 6 Road, Highway 32, 12 Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10 miles from Wisner, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.11 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.
The drive from Wisner, NE to Monterey, NE is easy. At 30m with 30% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (South 13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles (N-32 / Highway 32): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (12 Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Wisner, NE to Monterey, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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