Northfield to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262 miles 421.6 km · straight line
342.7 miles actual route 551.5 km · driving distance
6h 20min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Northfield from Omaha?

The distance from Northfield to Omaha is 262 miles (421.6 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located SSW of Northfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 342.7 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Northfield in Minnesota and Omaha 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 Northfield and Omaha. 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 Northfield to Omaha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 20min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 36min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 1min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Northfield & Omaha

Quick Facts

Northfield
44.46°N, 93.16°W
America/Chicago
278m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM