How far is Norfolk, NE from Hartington, NE?

The driving distance from Norfolk, NE to Hartington, NE is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
49.78 mi
00h 59m
Flight
41.79 mi
67.25 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
41.79 mi
Kilometers
67.25 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.78 mi
Kilometers
80.11 km
Drive Time
00h 59m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hartington
Sat, May 30, 10:28 AM CDT
Return by in Norfolk
Sat, May 30, 11:27 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Norfolk
2026-05-30T09:28
Arrive Hartington
Sat, May 30, 10:28 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:30 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Norfolk
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
McLean
NE

Town in Nebraska, United States

From Norfolk
24.9 mi
00h 29m
To Hartington
24.9 mi
00h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
7 to 17 mph SE
Destination
84°F
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 21 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Norfolk and Hartington.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk and Hartington.

  1. 1

    Start on South 7th Street

    1592 ft · 51 sec · South 7th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Norfolk Avenue

    2612 ft · 56 sec · West Norfolk Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North 13th Street

    40 mi · 46 min · North 13th Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Highway 84

    8 mi · 9 min · Highway 84

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left onto South Robinson Avenue

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Robinson Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn right onto West Main Street

    1271 ft · 58 sec · West Main Street

  7. 7

    Turn right onto North Broadway Street

    12 m · 2 sec · North Broadway Street

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Broadway Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Norfolk and Hartington.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
8 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North 13th Street
40 mi · 80%
Highway 84
8 mi · 16%
South Robinson Avenue
0.69 mi · 1%
West Norfolk Avenue
0.49 mi · 1%
South 7th Street
0.3 mi · 1%
West Main Street
0.24 mi
Longest Stretch

North 13th Street

Turn right onto North 13th Street

40 mi · 00h 46m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 59m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8 mi
41.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
McLean
00h 29m from Norfolk
Leave By
4:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Norfolk and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hartington.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Norfolk to Hartington?

The road trip is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?

McLean is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Norfolk and 24.9 miles from Hartington.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.64 one way or $13.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Norfolk and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hartington.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Norfolk and Hartington. Straight-line distance: 41.79 mi (67.25 km).

Norfolk

#1 Norfolk

City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States

Population24,363
Coordinates42.0283400, -97.4170000
Altitude464
CountryUnited States
Hartington

#2 Hartington

City in Cedar County, Nebraska, United States

Population1,469
Coordinates42.6225000, -97.2645000
Altitude428
CountryUnited States
Start: Norfolk (-97.417, 42.02834)
End: Hartington (-97.2645, 42.6225)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 80 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.76 gal
6.65 L · about $6.64
Round trip
$13.27
3.52 gal · 13.3 L
Estimated CO2
15.6 kg one way
Round trip: 31.3 kg / 69 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.64 $13.27
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.49 $14.97
Premium $4.65 $8.19 $16.38
Diesel $5.30 $9.34 $18.67

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Nebraska · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Norfolk and Hartington. The current time is 09:28:30.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.