How far is Norfolk, NE from Plainview, NE?
The driving distance from Norfolk, NE to Plainview, NE is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 21m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norfolk and Plainview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk and Plainview.
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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
1822 ft · 40 sec · South Lucas Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Highway 13
17.5 mi · 20 min · Highway 13
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Park Avenue
2416 ft · 1 min · West Park Avenue
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Turn right onto South Maple Street
119 m · 17 sec · South Maple Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Maple Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norfolk and Plainview.
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
Keep slight left to continue on Highway 13
17.5 mi · 00h 20m
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 Plainview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norfolk to Plainview?
The road trip is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km) and usually takes 00h 40m 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?
Pierce is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Norfolk and 16.6 miles from Plainview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.41 one way or $8.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Norfolk and Chance Rain Showers near Plainview.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norfolk and Plainview. Straight-line distance: 29.35 mi (47.24 km).
#1 Norfolk
City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 24,363 |
| Coordinates | 42.0283400, -97.4170000 |
| Altitude | 464 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plainview
City in Pierce County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 1,197 |
| Coordinates | 42.3497300, -97.7920100 |
| Altitude | 513 |
| Country | United States |
End: Plainview (-97.79201, 42.34973)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.21 | $12.41 |
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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