Origin
Norfolk, NE
Afternoon in Norfolk on Monday
Local time
2:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norfolk, NE to Louisville, NE
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
121.8 mi
196 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
14 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norfolk, NE
Francesco Ungaro
Trip Overview
The drive from Norfolk, NE to Louisville, NE covers 121.8 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 275, Highway 30, State Highway 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.3 miles on Highway 275. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.50 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
60.9 miles from Norfolk, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 26m highway drive covering 121.8 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 275 and Highway 30. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.3 miles on Highway 275.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 275 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 275 and Highway 30. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near South 7th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (South 7th Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.7 miles (US 275 / West Omaha Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 74.2 miles (US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South 7th Street
Enter roundabout onto South 7th Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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US 275 / West Omaha Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 275 / West Omaha Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
74.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
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US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30
Merge onto US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
102.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward 144th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward 144th Street
8
102.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 144th Street south
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward 144th Street south
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Norfolk, NE to Louisville, NE, road signs begin pointing toward 144Th Street South along the way.
144Th Street South
102.6 mi in
|
~1h 58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 275 | 59.3 mi | 1h 6m |
| Highway 30 | 20 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 50 | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| L-28B | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| Highway 77 | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| North 144th Street | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| West Omaha Avenue | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| North Lincoln Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 275
— 59.3 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk, NE and Louisville, NE.
1
Start on South 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
South 7th Street
2
Enter roundabout onto South 7th Street
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
South 7th Street
3
Continue on South 7th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 7th Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 275
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Omaha Avenue
5
Continue on US 275
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Highway 275
6
Continue on US 275
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Avenue E West
7
Continue on US 275
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
E Avenue East
8
Continue on US 275
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 275
9
Continue on US 275
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
10
Continue on US 275
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Highway 275
11
Continue on US 275
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Lincoln Street
12
Continue on US 275
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Highway 275
13
Continue on US 77; US 275; N-91
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Highway 77
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
15
Merge onto US 30; US 77; US 275
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Highway 30
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on L-28B
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
L-28B
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward 144th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
·
10 sec
Toward 144th Street south
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Turn straight onto North 144th Street
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
North 144th Street
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on N-50
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 50
21
Continue on N-50
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South 144th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Continue on N-50; I 80 Alt
10 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 50
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on N-50
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 50
24
Turn left onto N-66
241 ft
·
4 sec
·
State Highway 66
25
Continue on N-66
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West 5th Street
26
Turn left onto Main Street
72 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
27
Arrive at destination
Main 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 60.9 miles from Norfolk, NE, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.3 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.9 miles or 1h 12m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Louisville, 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.
+
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 121.8 miles and 2h 26m.
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 Highway 275 for about 59.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.9 mi from Norfolk, NE · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.9 miles from Norfolk, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Louisville, NE
The final approach into Louisville, 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 Louisville, 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
$18.50 one way
$37.00 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $20.39 | $40.79 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.99 | $45.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.06 | $54.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
14 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger
Omaha, NE
Tesla
12 DCFC
Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger
Norfolk, NE
Tesla
8 DCFC
Target T1777 (Omaha, NE)
Omaha, NE
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Westwood Plaza
Omaha, NE
eVgo Network
6 DCFC
HH Jeep Dodge Ram
Papillion, NE
ABM
6 DCFC
Sid Dillon Buick GMC Cadillac Mazda Inc
Fremont, NE
EV Connect
4 DCFC
Baxter Ford West Dodge
Elk Horn, NE
Blink Network
4 DCFC
Cornhusker Auto Center - CDJR - DCFC
Norfolk, NE
Blink Network
2 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 6
Tesla: 2
Blink Network: 2
EV Connect: 1
Electrify America: 1
eVgo Network: 1
ABM: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.79 | $5.85 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.66 | $4.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.05 | $7.80 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Louisville, NE
Afternoon in Louisville on Monday
Local time
2:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
78°F
Fremont, NE
61 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
36 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
2h 26m 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 Louisville, NE covers 121.8 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 275, Highway 30, State Highway 50. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.9 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 $18.50 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (South 7th Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.7 miles (US 275 / West Omaha Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 74.2 miles (US 30; US 77; US 275 / Highway 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Norfolk, NE to Louisville, NE, road signs begin pointing toward 144Th Street South along the way.
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