Kearney travel guide
Kearney Tourism | Kearney Guide
You're Going to Love Kearney
With a population of 30.787, Kearney is a must-see destination in Nebraska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kearney to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Kearney
If you’re looking for affordable options, Coppermill Steakhouse (421 West Talmadge Road) and The Alley Rose (2013 Central Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Kearney
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kearney in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Kearney, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.
How to Get to Kearney
Plane
When flying to Kearney, you’ll arrive at Kearney (EAR), which is located 7 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Kearney departs from Syracuse and takes around 12h 43m.
Car
Another option to get to Kearney is to pick up a car rental from Omaha, which is about 271 km from Kearney. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in Omaha.
Bus
Kearney’s bus station is located 2.9 km from the city center.
Airlines serving Kearney
Where to stay in Kearney
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kearney and Comfort Inn Kearney I-80.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kearney
Most booked hotels in Kearney
Renting a car in Kearney
Renting a car in Kearney costs $72 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in Kearney.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kearney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kearney, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.