Origin
Norfolk, NE
Evening in Norfolk on Sunday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norfolk, NE to Hartington, NE
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
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
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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
Francesco Ungaro
Hartington, NE
David Roberts
Trip Overview
The drive from Norfolk, NE to Hartington, NE covers 49.8 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 13th Street, Highway 84, South Robinson Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40 miles on North 13th Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.56 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.9 miles from Norfolk, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 59m drive with frequent turns across 49.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 13th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 40 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near West Norfolk Avenue.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Norfolk Avenue
Turn left onto West Norfolk Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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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
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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
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
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 24.9 miles from Norfolk, NE, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40 miles.
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 49.8 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.9 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartington, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Norfolk, NE so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Norfolk, NE
This is one driving day of about 49.8 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Norfolk, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North 13th Street for about 40 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.9 mi from Norfolk, NE · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.9 miles from Norfolk, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartington, NE
The final approach into Hartington, NE usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hartington, NE.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.56 one way
$15.13 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $8.34 | $16.68 |
| premium | $4.80 | $9.40 | $18.80 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.06 | $22.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
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
Evening in Hartington on Sunday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 degrees warmer 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Norfolk, NE to Hartington, NE covers 49.8 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 13th Street, Highway 84, South Robinson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.9 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 $7.56 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 Hartington, NE is easy. At 59m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
The route from Norfolk, NE to Hartington, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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