How far is Sparta, NE from Crofton, NE?
The driving distance from Sparta, NE to Crofton, NE is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 41m.
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 Santee Indian Reservation, Nebraska, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sparta and Crofton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparta and Crofton.
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Start on 885 Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 885 Road
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Turn left onto 528 Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · 528 Avenue
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Turn right onto 887 Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · 887 Road
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Turn right onto 531 Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · 531 Avenue
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Turn left onto 886 Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · 886 Road
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Continue on 887 Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · 887 Road
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Turn straight onto 888 Road
1.2 km · 1 min · 888 Road
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Continue on 537 Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · 537 Avenue
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Turn right onto Highway 12
13.8 mi · 16 min · Highway 12
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Continue on Harold Street
3262 ft · 1 min · Harold Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Harold Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sparta and Crofton.
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 12
Turn right onto Highway 12
13.8 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Sparta and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Crofton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sparta to Crofton?
The road trip is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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?
Santee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.7 miles from Sparta and 16.8 miles from Crofton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.57 one way or $9.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Sparta and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Crofton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sparta and Crofton. Straight-line distance: 24.81 mi (39.92 km).
#1 Sparta
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 88 |
| Coordinates | 42.6552800, -97.9736800 |
| Altitude | 501 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crofton
City in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 661 |
| Coordinates | 42.7288900, -97.4956200 |
| Altitude | 433 |
| Country | United States |
End: Harold Street (-97.495619, 42.728758)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.12 | $4.57 | $9.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.38 | $4.87 | $9.73 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
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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