How far is Crofton, NE from Sparta, NE?
The driving distance from Crofton, NE to Sparta, NE is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Santee Indian Reservation, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Crofton and Sparta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crofton and Sparta.
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Start on Harold Street
3262 ft · 1 min · Harold Street
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Continue on Highway 12
21.7 mi · 25 min · Highway 12
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Turn left onto 531 Avenue
2.2 mi · 5 min · 531 Avenue
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Turn right onto 889 Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · 889 Road
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Turn left onto 528 Avenue
3.4 mi · 8 min · 528 Avenue
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Turn right onto 885 Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 885 Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 885 Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Crofton and Sparta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Highway 12
Continue on Highway 12
21.7 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Crofton and Partly Sunny near Sparta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crofton to Sparta?
The road trip is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Santee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Crofton and 15.8 miles from Sparta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.57 one way or $9.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around Crofton and Partly Sunny near Sparta.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crofton and Sparta. Straight-line distance: 24.81 mi (39.92 km).
#1 Crofton
City in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 661 |
| Coordinates | 42.7288900, -97.4956200 |
| Altitude | 433 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sparta
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 88 |
| Coordinates | 42.6552800, -97.9736800 |
| Altitude | 501 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sparta (-97.97368, 42.65528)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.12 | $4.57 | $9.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $4.87 | $9.73 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
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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