Alton, Illinois to Norfolk, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Alton, Illinois from Norfolk, Nebraska?

The distance from Alton, Illinois to Norfolk, Nebraska is 437.4 miles (704 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Nebraska is located WNW of Alton, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 524.9 miles, taking about 10h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Alton, Illinois in Illinois and Norfolk, Nebraska in Nebraska.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alton, Illinois and Norfolk, Nebraska. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.