How far is West Point, NE from Norfolk, NE?

The driving distance from West Point, NE to Norfolk, NE is about 42.4 miles (68.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 38.6 miles (62.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
42.46 mi
00h 45m
Flight
38.62 mi
62.16 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
38.62 mi
Kilometers
62.16 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
42.46 mi
Kilometers
68.34 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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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 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Norfolk
Sat, May 2, 12:42 AM CDT
Return by in West Point
Sat, May 2, 1:28 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Point
2026-05-01T23:56
Arrive Norfolk
Sat, May 2, 12:42 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:58 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Point
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
Pilger
NE

Human settlement in Stanton County, Nebraska, United States of America

From West Point
21.2 mi
00h 22m
To Norfolk
21.3 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Friday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 13 mph NNW
Destination
59°F
Friday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Point and Norfolk.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    68 m · 12 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Colfax Street

    56 m · 13 sec · North Colfax Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East Walnut Street

    111 m · 18 sec · East Walnut Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto North Lincoln Street

    1.4 km · 59 sec · North Lincoln Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Highway 275

    7 mi · 8 min · Highway 275

  6. 6

    Continue on Front Street

    1.4 km · 1 min · Front Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Highway 275

    5.9 mi · 8 min · Highway 275

  8. 8

    Continue on E Avenue East

    2749 ft · 1 min · E Avenue East

  9. 9

    Continue on Avenue E West

    2531 ft · 1 min · Avenue E West

  10. 10

    Continue on Highway 275

    23.5 mi · 27 min · Highway 275

  11. 11

    Continue on East Omaha Avenue

    2.5 mi · 3 min · East Omaha Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn right onto South 7th Street

    2831 ft · 1 min · South 7th Street

  13. 13

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

    25 m · 2 sec · South 7th Street

  14. 14

    Exit the roundabout onto South 7th Street

    805 ft · 22 sec · South 7th Street

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South 7th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Point 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
15 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
35.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 275
36.4 mi · 86%
East Omaha Avenue
2.51 mi · 6%
Front Street
0.88 mi · 2%
North Lincoln Street
0.87 mi · 2%
South 7th Street
0.7 mi · 2%
E Avenue East
0.52 mi · 1%
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
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.8 mi
38.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pilger
00h 22m from West Point
Leave By
4:58 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving West Point and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Norfolk.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Point to Norfolk?

The road trip is about 42.4 miles (68.3 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?

Pilger is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.2 miles from West Point and 21.3 miles from Norfolk.

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

The direct path is about 38.6 miles (62.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.66 one way or $11.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around West Point and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Norfolk.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Point and Norfolk. Straight-line distance: 38.62 mi (62.16 km).

West Point

#1 West Point

City in Nebraska, USA

Population3,237
Coordinates41.8416700, -96.7086400
Altitude411
CountryUnited States
Norfolk

#2 Norfolk

City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States

Population24,363
Coordinates42.0283400, -97.4170000
Altitude464
CountryUnited States
Start: (-96.708649, 41.841489)
End: South 7th Street (-97.416847, 42.028339)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 68 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.5 gal
5.67 L · about $5.66
Round trip
$11.31
3 gal · 11.34 L
Estimated CO2
13.3 kg one way
Round trip: 26.7 kg / 59 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $5.66 $11.31
Mid-grade $4.25 $6.38 $12.76
Premium $4.65 $6.98 $13.96
Diesel $5.30 $7.96 $15.91

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 02, 2026

There is no time difference between West Point and Norfolk. The current time is 23:56:39.

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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.