Dan_F_30 Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I heard there is a lot of construction between Omaha and Lincoln. How long should I plan for the trip down on I-80? I usually plan 1.5 hours. Is there a better route that I should take? Thanks for any help! Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I heard there is a lot of construction between Omaha and Lincoln. How long should I plan for the trip down on I-80? I usually plan 1.5 hours. Is there a better route that I should take? Thanks for any help! Travel it at 4 a.m. like myself and you should be fine. Quote Link to comment
Dan_F_30 Posted October 23, 2009 Author Share Posted October 23, 2009 Gee, Thanks... Quote Link to comment
holvy83 Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I would make an earlier trip... leave around 9 or after and may be bumper to bumper. Quote Link to comment
Dan_F_30 Posted October 23, 2009 Author Share Posted October 23, 2009 Planning on leaving around 7:45 - 8. Just wanted to make sure we get there and have time to tailgate a for an hour. But I haven't been there on game day this year so I was just wondering what the construction situation is. And if any wise and sage-like veterans have any alternate route or know the recent travel time to games this year. Thanks for your input. Quote Link to comment
Stu Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Few weeks ago I took I80 to my parents place, which is past lincoln. gameday traffic was bumper to bumper before I even crossed the Platte River. That was about 2 hrs prior to kickoff. We jumped off the interstate and took gravel a lot of the way after that, because I figured the highway would be just as bad. Oh, and all that gameday traffic, really ticks you off when people fly down the right lane trying to cut in when the interstate goes back to two lanes... Quote Link to comment
caveman99 Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Few weeks ago I took I80 to my parents place, which is past lincoln. gameday traffic was bumper to bumper before I even crossed the Platte River. That was about 2 hrs prior to kickoff. We jumped off the interstate and took gravel a lot of the way after that, because I figured the highway would be just as bad. Oh, and all that gameday traffic, really ticks you off when people fly down the right lane trying to cut in when the interstate goes back to two lanes... Good thing you don't live in the NYC area then. Quote Link to comment
Twodocs Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Just leave early and you will miss the traffic. Most people will not leave before 8:30 because they are not early risers and not used to early games. The earlier the easier. I would aim for 7-8:30 window. This insures a good trip and finding a good parking spot. Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Just leave early and you will miss the traffic. Most people will not leave before 8:30 because they are not early risers and not used to early games. The earlier the easier. I would aim for 7-8:30 window. This insures a good trip and finding a good parking spot. Speaking of which, i started a thread earlier surrounding tailgating but never got a response. Does anyone know if you can still pay and park in the Haymarket parking lot, or are there better areas to park to tailgate? Quote Link to comment
huskergirl2 Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 The haymarket lot is now a lot for season ticket holders so you cannot pay to park there....People are tailgating there so you could join in I am sure. Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 The haymarket lot is now a lot for season ticket holders so you cannot pay to park there....People are tailgating there so you could join in I am sure. Where is a good place to go, if i am unable to get into Haymarket? Quote Link to comment
alairguard Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Few weeks ago I took I80 to my parents place, which is past lincoln. gameday traffic was bumper to bumper before I even crossed the Platte River. That was about 2 hrs prior to kickoff. We jumped off the interstate and took gravel a lot of the way after that, because I figured the highway would be just as bad. Oh, and all that gameday traffic, really ticks you off when people fly down the right lane trying to cut in when the interstate goes back to two lanes... Good thing you don't live in the NYC area then. Quote Link to comment
Stu Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Few weeks ago I took I80 to my parents place, which is past lincoln. gameday traffic was bumper to bumper before I even crossed the Platte River. That was about 2 hrs prior to kickoff. We jumped off the interstate and took gravel a lot of the way after that, because I figured the highway would be just as bad. Oh, and all that gameday traffic, really ticks you off when people fly down the right lane trying to cut in when the interstate goes back to two lanes... Good thing you don't live in the NYC area then. I couldn't agree more. I hate rude drivers. Those who don't use the 'courtesy wave', or their blinkers... If i were in NY, I would want to move as soon as possible. To many people. Hope everyone makes it to the husker game quickly, and safely! GBR! Quote Link to comment
nebraskapit Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I don't know how much it changes during gameday, but if you are traveling between Omaha and Lincoln, take the Waverly exit and head on Highway 6/ Cornhusker Highway into town... To and from campus daily, it is definitely quicker than the Interstate if that helps. Quote Link to comment
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