Albuquerque to Norfolk, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

691.3 miles 1112.6 km · straight line
863.3 miles actual route 1389.4 km · driving distance
16h 9min estimated drive time
$83 - $102 estimated fuel cost
~1h 53min flight time
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Norfolk, Nebraska?

The distance from Albuquerque to Norfolk, Nebraska is 691.3 miles (1112.6 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Nebraska is located NE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 863.3 miles, taking about 16h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Norfolk, Nebraska in Nebraska.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Norfolk, Nebraska. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albuquerque to Norfolk, Nebraska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 9min $83 - $102 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 23min $69–$129* Budget
Train ~21h 0min $104–$302* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Norfolk, Nebraska

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Norfolk, Nebraska
42.03°N, 97.42°W
America/Chicago
464m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 230 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM