How far is Norfolk, NE from Pierce, NE?
The driving distance from Norfolk, NE to Pierce, NE is about 15 miles (24.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13 miles (21 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Pierce County, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norfolk and Pierce.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk and Pierce.
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Start on South 7th Street
1592 ft · 51 sec · South 7th Street
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Turn left onto West Norfolk Avenue
2612 ft · 56 sec · West Norfolk Avenue
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Turn right onto North 13th Street
5 mi · 6 min · North 13th Street
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Turn left onto Highway 13
1.6 km · 1 min · Highway 13
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Continue on Main Street
1977 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn straight onto Highway 13
7 mi · 8 min · Highway 13
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Continue on State Highway 13
1247 ft · 25 sec · State Highway 13
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Continue on East Willow Street
1766 ft · 35 sec · East Willow Street
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Turn right onto South Lucas Street
1048 ft · 27 sec · South Lucas Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
155 m · 10 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norfolk and Pierce.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Highway 13
Turn straight onto Highway 13
6.99 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Norfolk and Chance Rain Showers near Pierce.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norfolk to Pierce?
The road trip is about 15 miles (24.2 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hadar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.5 miles from Norfolk and 7.5 miles from Pierce.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13 miles (21 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.00 one way or $4.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Norfolk and Chance Rain Showers near Pierce.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norfolk and Pierce. Straight-line distance: 13.07 mi (21.04 km).
#1 Norfolk
City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 24,363 |
| Coordinates | 42.0283400, -97.4170000 |
| Altitude | 464 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pierce
City in Nebraska
| Population | 1,734 |
| Coordinates | 42.1991700, -97.5267200 |
| Altitude | 482 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pierce (-97.52672, 42.19917)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.00 | $4.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.25 | $4.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.47 | $4.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
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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