How far is Gordon, NE from Norfolk, NE?
The driving distance from Gordon, NE to Norfolk, NE is about 277.4 miles (446.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 249.9 miles (402.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 37m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Brown County, Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gordon and Norfolk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gordon and Norfolk.
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Start on North Main Street
1755 ft · 42 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East US Highway 20
137.2 mi · 2 hr 43 min · East US Highway 20
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Continue on US Highway 20
8.5 mi · 10 min · US Highway 20
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Continue on Highway 20
36.8 mi · 44 min · Highway 20
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Continue on West 5th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West 5th Street
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Continue on North Hyde Street
2807 ft · 60 sec · North 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 Gordon 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.
East US Highway 20
Turn left onto East US Highway 20
137 mi · 02h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gordon and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Norfolk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gordon to Norfolk?
The road trip is about 277.4 miles (446.4 km) and usually takes 04h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ainsworth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 138.5 miles from Gordon and 138.9 miles from Norfolk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 249.9 miles (402.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.92 one way or $73.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gordon and Norfolk, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gordon and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Norfolk.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gordon and Norfolk. Straight-line distance: 249.93 mi (402.22 km).
#1 Gordon
City in Sheridan County in the state of Nebraska
| Population | 1,486 |
| Coordinates | 42.8047200, -102.2032200 |
| Altitude | 1083 |
| 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: 446 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 27m |
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 | $36.92 | $73.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $41.64 | $83.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $45.56 | $91.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $51.93 | $103.85 |
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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