Cedar Falls to Norfolk, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.4 miles 412.7 km · straight line
320.6 miles estimated 515.9 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Norfolk, Nebraska?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Norfolk, Nebraska is 256.4 miles (412.7 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Nebraska is located W of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.6 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Norfolk, Nebraska in Nebraska.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Cedar Falls 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.

How to Get from Cedar Falls to Norfolk, Nebraska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Norfolk, Nebraska

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients