Minneapolis to Norfolk, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

291.2 miles 468.6 km · straight line
364 miles estimated 585.8 km · driving distance
7h 19min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from Norfolk, Nebraska?

The distance from Minneapolis to Norfolk, Nebraska is 291.2 miles (468.6 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Nebraska is located SW of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 364 miles, taking about 7h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Norfolk, Nebraska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 19min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 47min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~6h 57min $44–$127* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minneapolis & Norfolk, Nebraska

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m 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 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients