How far is Atkinson, NE from Norfolk, NE?
The driving distance from Atkinson, NE to Norfolk, NE is about 94 miles (151.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 39m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Atkinson and Norfolk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atkinson and Norfolk.
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Start on North Main Street
705 ft · 36 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Pearl Street
1980 ft · 56 sec · East Pearl Street
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Turn right onto South Hyde Street
91 m · 6 sec · South Hyde Street
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Continue on Highway 20
17.3 mi · 21 min · Highway 20
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Continue on West Douglas Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Douglas Street
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Continue on Highway 20/275
12.4 mi · 15 min · Highway 20/275
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Continue on Highway 275
7.6 mi · 9 min · Highway 275
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Continue on Front Street
2978 ft · 38 sec · Front Street
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Continue on Highway 275
9.6 mi · 11 min · Highway 275
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Continue on Miles Street
2496 ft · 32 sec · Miles Street
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Continue on Highway 275
8.1 mi · 9 min · Highway 275
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Continue on West 11th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West 11th Street
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Continue on L Street
12.9 mi · 16 min · L Street
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Continue on Front Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Front Street
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Continue on Highway 275
18.8 mi · 22 min · Highway 275
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Highway 275
59 m · 2 sec · Highway 275
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 275
3233 ft · 54 sec · Highway 275
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Turn left
84 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight right
99 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto West Norfolk Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Norfolk Avenue
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Turn right onto South 7th Street
1592 ft · 44 sec · South 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Atkinson and Norfolk.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 275
Continue on Highway 275
18.8 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Clear leaving Atkinson and Areas Of Frost near Norfolk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Atkinson to Norfolk?
The road trip is about 94 miles (151.3 km) and usually takes 01h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clearwater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.9 miles from Atkinson and 47 miles from Norfolk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.52 one way or $25.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Atkinson and Areas Of Frost near Norfolk.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Atkinson and Norfolk. Straight-line distance: 87.04 mi (140.08 km).
#1 Atkinson
Town in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,221 |
| Coordinates | 42.5313900, -98.9781500 |
| Altitude | 642 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Norfolk
City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 24,363 |
| Coordinates | 42.0283400, -97.4170000 |
| Altitude | 464 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 7th Street (-97.416847, 42.028339)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 151 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.12 | $28.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.45 | $30.90 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.61 | $35.22 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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