Brady Rest Area Westbound – I-80
Looking for a break on I-80 westbound near Brady in Lincoln County, Nebraska? Brady Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 22 spaces. The next westbound stop is Sutherland Rest Area – Westbound, 34 mi ahead by the mile markers.
Next rest stop on I-80 Westbound
Sutherland Rest Area – Westbound34 mi ahead by the mile markers · Nebraska · Mile marker 159.94Previous westbound stop: Cozad Rest Area – Westbound · 33 mi back by the mile markers
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Brady Rest Area serves westbound traffic on Interstate 80 near Brady, Nebraska. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Nebraska Department of Transportation.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the westbound side of I-80 near Brady in Lincoln County. It is listed near mile marker 194. Once you pass exit 199 westbound, start looking for it; if you reach exit 190, you have passed it. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.
Heading the other way? Use Brady Rest Area – Eastbound (eastbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
If you would rather drive on, Sutherland Rest Area – Westbound is the next listed stop, around 34 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 22 truck parking spaces.
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Time limits and overnight parking
Nebraska's rest area rules set a maximum stay of 10 hours and state that overnight camping or parking is prohibited. Parking on ramps extending onto the mainline shoulder is prohibited. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: NDOT Rest Area Rules and Regulations (guidance document) (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 41.029927, -100.456385. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-80 Westbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the westbound facility on Interstate 80 near Brady. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 22 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
How long can I park here?
Nebraska's rest area rules set a maximum stay of 10 hours and state that overnight camping or parking is prohibited. Parking on ramps extending onto the mainline shoulder is prohibited. Posted signs on site apply.
Where is the next rest stop?
Sutherland Rest Area – Westbound, about 34 miles further along I-80 by the official mile markers.