Origin
Norfolk, NE
Night in Norfolk on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norfolk, NE to Hartington, NE
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
49.8 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norfolk, NE
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Hartington, NE
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across the Nebraska Great Plains, the 49.8-mile stretch from Norfolk to Hartington is a straightforward choice. You can easily complete this drive in about 59 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $8 on fuel, keeping your travel costs quite low for the distance covered. Because both towns are located within the same region, the landscape remains consistent throughout your journey. This route is ideal for those who prefer a short, efficient trip over a long-haul adventure, allowing you plenty of time at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 13th Street | 40 mi | 46m |
| Highway 84 | 8 mi | 9m |
| South Robinson Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Norfolk Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South 7th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Broadway Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North 13th Street
— 40 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk, NE and Hartington, NE.
1
Start on South 7th Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
South 7th Street
2
Turn left onto West Norfolk Avenue
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Norfolk Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 81
40 mi
·
46 min
·
North 13th Street
4
Turn right onto N-84
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 84
5
At end of road, turn left onto N-57; N-84
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Robinson Avenue
6
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Main Street
7
Turn right onto North Broadway Street
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Broadway Street
8
Arrive at destination
North Broadway Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 49.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Norfolk Avenue
Turn left onto West Norfolk Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 81 / North 13th Street
Turn right onto US 81 / North 13th Street
Navigation decision point
4
48.8 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
N-57; N-84 / South Robinson Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto N-57; N-84 / South Robinson Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
49.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
49.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
North Broadway Street
Turn right onto North Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.79 one way
$15.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.00 | $21.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hartington, NE
Night in Hartington on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
32 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the heart of the region. While the route consists of only 16% highway, you will spend your longest uninterrupted period covering 40 miles on North 13th Street. Transitions between North 13th Street, Highway 84, and South Robinson Avenue require you to stay alert for navigation changes. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this path offers a more personal, hands-on driving experience. You will feel the rhythm of the road change as you move away from the urban flow of Norfolk toward the tighter local roads leading into Hartington.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40 mi on North 13th Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near West Norfolk Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Norfolk, NE to Hartington, NE is easy. At 59m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (West Norfolk Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 81 / North 13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 48.8 miles (N-57; N-84 / South Robinson Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 49.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (16%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40 miles on North 13th Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NE can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (West Norfolk Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 81 / North 13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 48.8 miles (N-57; N-84 / South Robinson Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hartington, NE before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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