How far is Central City, NE from Norfolk, NE?
The driving distance from Central City, NE to Norfolk, NE is about 84 miles (135.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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 25m.
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.
Township in Platte County, Nebraska
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Central City and Norfolk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Central City and Norfolk.
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Start on 17th Avenue
22 m · 4 sec · 17th Avenue
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Turn right onto 16th Street
1 km · 1 min · 16th Street
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Continue on Highway 30
26 mi · 31 min · Highway 30
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Turn left onto 370th Avenue
8.9 mi · 11 min · 370th Avenue
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Continue on Gleason Street
1138 ft · 33 sec · Gleason Street
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Turn right onto Columbus Avenue
2779 ft · 55 sec · Columbus Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 22
7.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 22
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At the end of the road, turn left
39.2 mi · 43 min
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Turn right onto West Pasewalk Avenue
2599 ft · 1 min · West Pasewalk Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South 7th Street
41 m · 4 sec · South 7th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South 7th Street
805 ft · 22 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 Central City and Norfolk.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
39.2 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Sunny leaving Central City and Sunny near Norfolk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Central City to Norfolk?
The road trip is about 84 miles (135.2 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Oconee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.9 miles from Central City and 42.1 miles from Norfolk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.16 one way or $22.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Central City and Sunny near Norfolk.
Stop Ideas Near Oconee
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oconee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Central City and Norfolk. Straight-line distance: 69.92 mi (112.52 km).
#1 Central City
City in Nebraska, United States
| Population | 2,874 |
| Coordinates | 41.1158500, -98.0017200 |
| Altitude | 518 |
| 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: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.59 | $25.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
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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