Norfolk, Nebraska to Williston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

519.5 miles 836 km · straight line
623.4 miles estimated 1003.2 km · driving distance
12h 32min estimated drive time
$60 - $74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
327° NNW bearing direction

How far is Norfolk, Nebraska from Williston?

The distance from Norfolk, Nebraska to Williston is 519.5 miles (836 km) as the crow flies. Williston is located NNW of Norfolk, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 623.4 miles, taking about 12h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Norfolk, Nebraska in Nebraska and Williston in North Dakota.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Norfolk, Nebraska and Williston. 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 Norfolk, Nebraska to Williston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 32min $60 - $74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 2min $50–$94* Budget
Train ~16h 18min $75–$218* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Norfolk, Nebraska & Williston

Quick Facts

Norfolk, Nebraska
42.03°N, 97.42°W
America/Chicago
464m elevation
Williston
48.15°N, 103.62°W
America/Chicago
572m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 173 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients