How far is Springfield, NE from Norfolk, NE?

The driving distance from Springfield, NE to Norfolk, NE is about 115 miles (185.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 93.1 miles (149.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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
115.04 mi
02h 03m
Flight
93.12 mi
149.87 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
93.12 mi
Kilometers
149.87 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
115.04 mi
Kilometers
185.14 km
Drive Time
02h 03m

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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 02h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Norfolk
Wed, Jun 10, 1:44 PM CDT
Return by in Springfield
Wed, Jun 10, 3:47 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springfield
2026-06-10T11:41
Arrive Norfolk
Wed, Jun 10, 1:44 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:03 AM to 12:03 PM CDT

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

Leave by
2:24 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springfield
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Scribner
NE

City in Alaska

From Springfield
57.4 mi
01h 01m
To Norfolk
57.6 mi
01h 01m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
93°F
Today

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny

Starts
Wed, Jun 10 9:00 AM CDT
Wind
12 to 18 mph WSW
Destination
90°F
Today

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny

Starts
Wed, Jun 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 17 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North 1st Street

    16 m · 5 sec · North 1st Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1038 ft · 35 sec · Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto State Highway 50

    5.3 mi · 7 min · State Highway 50

  4. 4

    Continue on South 144th Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · South 144th Street

  5. 5

    Continue on State Highway 50

    1.2 km · 1 min · State Highway 50

  6. 6

    Continue on South 144th Street

    5 mi · 9 min · South 144th Street

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight left

    1316 ft · 32 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto West Dodge Road

    8.2 mi · 9 min · West Dodge Road

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    19.7 mi · 21 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    1284 ft · 35 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    143 m · 15 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Highway 77

    7.6 mi · 8 min · Highway 77

  13. 13

    Continue on Highway 275

    23 mi · 25 min · Highway 275

  14. 14

    Continue on South Lincoln Street

    1.8 mi · 2 min · South Lincoln Street

  15. 15

    Continue on Highway 275

    7 mi · 8 min · Highway 275

  16. 16

    Continue on Front Street

    1.4 km · 1 min · Front Street

  17. 17

    Continue on Highway 275

    5.9 mi · 8 min · Highway 275

  18. 18

    Continue on E Avenue East

    2749 ft · 1 min · E Avenue East

  19. 19

    Continue on Avenue E West

    2531 ft · 1 min · Avenue E West

  20. 20

    Continue on Highway 275

    23.5 mi · 27 min · Highway 275

  21. 21

    Continue on East Omaha Avenue

    2.5 mi · 3 min · East Omaha Avenue

  22. 22

    Turn right onto South 7th Street

    2831 ft · 1 min · South 7th Street

  23. 23

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South 7th Street

    25 m · 2 sec · South 7th Street

  24. 24

    Exit the roundabout onto South 7th Street

    805 ft · 22 sec · South 7th Street

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South 7th Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
25 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 275
59.4 mi · 52%
West Dodge Road
28.2 mi · 25%
Highway 77
7.56 mi · 7%
South 144th Street
6.74 mi · 6%
State Highway 50
6 mi · 5%
East Omaha Avenue
2.51 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Highway 275

Continue on Highway 275

23.5 mi · 00h 27m

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
02h 03m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.9 mi
93.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Scribner
01h 01m from Springfield
Leave By
2:24 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny leaving Springfield and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny near Norfolk.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 115 miles (185.1 km) and usually takes 02h 03m 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?

Scribner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from Springfield and 57.6 miles from Norfolk.

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

The direct path is about 93.1 miles (149.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 2:24 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.31 one way or $30.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny around Springfield and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny near Norfolk.

Stop Ideas Near Scribner

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Scribner, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Scribner.

RAIL

Omaha

77 mi away
1003 S. 9th Street
RAIL

Lincoln

95 mi away
201 North 7th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Norfolk. Straight-line distance: 93.12 mi (149.87 km).

Springfield

#1 Springfield

City in Nebraska, United States

Population1,622
Coordinates41.0819400, -96.1344600
Altitude325
CountryUnited States
Norfolk

#2 Norfolk

City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States

Population24,363
Coordinates42.0283400, -97.4170000
Altitude464
CountryUnited States
Start: North 1st Street (-96.134627, 41.08194)
End: South 7th Street (-97.416847, 42.028339)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 185 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 18m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 55m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.06 gal
15.37 L · about $15.31
Round trip
$30.62
8.12 gal · 30.74 L
Estimated CO2
36.1 kg one way
Round trip: 72.2 kg / 159 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $15.31 $30.62
Mid-grade $4.25 $17.27 $34.53
Premium $4.65 $18.90 $37.79
Diesel $5.30 $21.53 $43.07

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 · Jun 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Springfield and Norfolk. The current time is 11:41:29.

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.