How far is Battle Creek, NE from Norfolk, NE?
The driving distance from Battle Creek, NE to Norfolk, NE is about 11.9 miles (19.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.5 miles (15.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Pierce County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Battle Creek and Norfolk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Battle Creek and Norfolk.
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Start on West Main Street
741 ft · 23 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North 4th Street
1508 ft · 43 sec · North 4th Street
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Continue on Highway 121
1.5 mi · 2 min · Highway 121
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Turn left onto Highway 275
1779 ft · 56 sec · Highway 275
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Continue on Highway 275
7.4 mi · 8 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 Battle Creek and Norfolk.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Highway 275
Continue on Highway 275
7.39 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Battle Creek and Sunny near Norfolk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Battle Creek to Norfolk?
The road trip is about 11.9 miles (19.1 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hadar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.3 miles from Battle Creek and 5.6 miles from Norfolk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.5 miles (15.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.58 one way or $3.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Battle Creek and Sunny near Norfolk.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Battle Creek and Norfolk. Straight-line distance: 9.53 mi (15.33 km).
#1 Battle Creek
City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,156 |
| Coordinates | 41.9994500, -97.5983900 |
| Altitude | 484 |
| 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: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.58 | $3.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.79 | $3.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.95 | $3.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
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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