Norfolk, Nebraska to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

994.1 miles 1599.8 km · straight line
1279.3 miles actual route 2058.8 km · driving distance
23h 56min estimated drive time
$123 - $152 estimated fuel cost
~2h 30min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Norfolk, Nebraska from Phoenix?

The distance from Norfolk, Nebraska to Phoenix is 994.1 miles (1599.8 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WSW of Norfolk, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1279.3 miles, taking about 23h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 30min. Both are located in United States — Norfolk, Nebraska in Nebraska and Phoenix in Arizona.

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. 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. 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 Norfolk, Nebraska and Phoenix. 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 Norfolk, Nebraska to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 56min $123 - $152 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 30min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 43min $102–$192* Budget
Train ~31h 7min $154–$448* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Norfolk, Nebraska & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Norfolk, Nebraska
42.03°N, 97.42°W
America/Chicago
464m elevation
Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 331 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 83 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 25.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM