Origin
Norfolk, NE
Morning in Norfolk on Thursday
Local time
11:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norfolk, NE to Arlington, NE
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
83.4 mi
134 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
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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Arlington, NE
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
The drive from Norfolk, NE to Arlington, NE covers 83.4 miles and takes about 1h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South 7th Street, West Omaha Avenue, Highway 275 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.7 miles from Norfolk, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 83.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 38m drive with frequent turns across 83.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 7th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Norfolk, NE to Arlington, NE is easy. At 1h 38m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Norfolk, NE to Arlington, NE is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 7th Street | — | — |
| West Omaha Avenue | — | — |
| Highway 275 | — | — |
| Avenue E West | — | — |
| E Avenue East | — | — |
| Front Street | — | — |
| North Lincoln Street | — | — |
| Highway 77 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk, NE and Arlington, NE.
1
Start on South 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
South 7th Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South 7th Street
89 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 7th Street
3
Exit the roundabout onto South 7th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 7th Street
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Omaha Avenue
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Omaha Avenue
5
Continue on Highway 275
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Highway 275
6
Continue on Avenue E West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Avenue E West
7
Continue on E Avenue East
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
E Avenue East
8
Continue on Highway 275
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 275
9
Continue on Front Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
10
Continue on Highway 275
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 275
11
Continue on North Lincoln Street
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Lincoln Street
12
Continue on Highway 275
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Highway 275
13
Continue on Highway 77
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Highway 77
14
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
15
Merge slight left onto Highway 30
3.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 30
16
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
17
Turn slight left onto East 23rd Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
East 23rd Street
18
Continue on Highway 30
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 30
19
Continue on US Highway 30
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 30
20
Continue on West Elkhorn Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Elkhorn Drive
21
Turn left onto North 3rd Street
443 ft
·
25 sec
·
North 3rd Street
22
Turn left onto West Eagle Street
43 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Eagle Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.7 miles from Norfolk, NE, or about 49m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Norfolk, NE so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Norfolk, NE
This is one driving day of about 83.4 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Norfolk, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.7 mi from Norfolk, NE · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.7 miles from Norfolk, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, NE
The final approach into Arlington, NE usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.04 one way
$26.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.32 | $28.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.41 | $36.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25 | 0 | $8.76 | $4.00 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.30 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.68 | $5.34 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Arlington, NE
Morning in Arlington on Thursday
Local time
11:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
West Point, NE
42 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
3 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
1h 38m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Norfolk, NE to Arlington, NE covers 83.4 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 7th Street, West Omaha Avenue, Highway 275. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.7 miles from Norfolk, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Norfolk, NE to Arlington, NE is easy. At 1h 38m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Norfolk, NE to Arlington, NE is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Norfolk, NE to Arlington, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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