How far is Norfolk, NE from Gordon, NE?
The driving distance from Norfolk, NE to Gordon, NE is about 278.2 miles (447.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 249.9 miles (402.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 33m.
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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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norfolk and Gordon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk and Gordon.
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Start on South 7th Street
805 ft · 22 sec · South 7th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South 7th Street
27 m · 3 sec · South 7th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South 7th Street
2826 ft · 1 min · South 7th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Omaha Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · West Omaha Avenue
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Continue on Highway 275
2 mi · 2 min · Highway 275
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Highway 275
62 m · 3 sec · Highway 275
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 275
18.8 mi · 22 min · Highway 275
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Continue on Front Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Front Street
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Continue on Highway 275
12.2 mi · 14 min · Highway 275
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Continue on L Street
1.1 km · 2 min · L Street
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Continue on East 11th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East 11th Street
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Continue on Highway 275
8.1 mi · 9 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
9.6 mi · 11 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
7.6 mi · 9 min · Highway 275
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Continue on Highway 20/275
12.4 mi · 15 min · Highway 20/275
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Continue on East Douglas Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Douglas Street
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Continue on Highway 20
17.3 mi · 21 min · Highway 20
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Continue on South Hyde Street
2765 ft · 59 sec · South Hyde Street
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Continue on East 5th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East 5th Street
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Continue on Highway 20
36.8 mi · 44 min · 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 East 4th Street
43.1 mi · 51 min · East 4th Street
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Continue straight
94.1 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1755 ft · 35 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norfolk and Gordon.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 4th Street
Continue straight
94.1 mi · 01h 52m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Norfolk and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gordon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norfolk to Gordon?
The road trip is about 278.2 miles (447.8 km) and usually takes 05h 33m 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 138.9 miles from Norfolk and 139.4 miles from Gordon.
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 28.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.03 one way or $74.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Norfolk and Gordon, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Norfolk and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gordon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norfolk and Gordon. Straight-line distance: 249.93 mi (402.22 km).
#1 Norfolk
City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 24,363 |
| Coordinates | 42.0283400, -97.4170000 |
| Altitude | 464 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gordon
City in Sheridan County in the state of Nebraska
| Population | 1,486 |
| Coordinates | 42.8047200, -102.2032200 |
| Altitude | 1083 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gordon (-102.20322, 42.80472)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 448 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
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 | $37.03 | $74.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $41.76 | $83.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $45.70 | $91.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $52.09 | $104.17 |
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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