Norfolk, VA Road Trips

With 22 routes heading out and 25 heading in, Norfolk, VA works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 20-mile quick runs to 329-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Norfolk, VA spread mainly west and north, covering a wide geographic range.

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Trip Routes

47

Longest Drive

415.4 mi

Bristol, VA

Quickest Drive

25m

Virginia Beach, VA

Plan Around Norfolk, VA

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Norfolk, VA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Bristol, VA to Norfolk, VA 415.4 mi · 7h 46m Chilhowie, VA to Norfolk, VA 382.1 mi · 7h 10m Narrows, VA to Norfolk, VA 328.1 mi · 6h 31m Hillsville, VA to Norfolk, VA 287.9 mi · 6h 23m

Continue From Norfolk, VA

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Norfolk, VA to Narrows, VA 328.9 mi · 6h 32m Norfolk, VA to Blacksburg, VA 309.2 mi · 5h 59m Norfolk, VA to Hillsville, VA 289 mi · 6h 24m Norfolk, VA to Cedar Bluff, VA 281.3 mi · 5h 22m

Trips from Norfolk, VA

Norfolk, VA to Narrows, VA

328.9 mi 6h 32m

Norfolk, VA to Blacksburg, VA

309.2 mi 5h 59m

Norfolk, VA to Hillsville, VA

289 mi 6h 24m

Norfolk, VA to Cedar Bluff, VA

281.3 mi 5h 22m

Norfolk, VA to Buchanan, VA

251.9 mi 4h 48m

Norfolk, VA to Bassett, VA

234.5 mi 5h 16m

Norfolk, VA to Berryville, VA

217.6 mi 4h 39m

Norfolk, VA to New Market, VA

215.3 mi 4h 31m

Norfolk, VA to Alexandria, VA

195.9 mi 3h 1m

Norfolk, VA to Amherst, VA

192.5 mi 4h 11m

Norfolk, VA to Gainesville, VA

190.5 mi 3h 52m

Norfolk, VA to Fairfax, VA

186.7 mi 3h 47m

Norfolk, VA to Annandale, VA

186.4 mi 3h 42m

Norfolk, VA to Bristow, VA

181.1 mi 3h 40m

Norfolk, VA to Appomattox, VA

169.1 mi 3h 48m

Norfolk, VA to Bealeton, VA

168.1 mi 3h 24m

Norfolk, VA to Aquia Harbour, VA

156.1 mi 3h 5m

Norfolk, VA to Blackstone, VA

122.3 mi 2h 41m

Driving from Norfolk, VA

On average, trips departing from Norfolk, VA run 187 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 49m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 329 miles (6h 32m), while the shortest is just 20 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Norfolk, VA are Narrows, VA (328.9 mi, 6h 32m), Blacksburg, VA (309.2 mi, 5h 59m), Hillsville, VA (289 mi, 6h 24m), Cedar Bluff, VA (281.3 mi, 5h 22m), and Buchanan, VA (251.9 mi, 4h 48m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in VA currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 187-mile trip from Norfolk, VA, budget about $29 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 22 mapped routes leaving Norfolk, VA and 25 routes heading into Norfolk, VA, covering 47 total connections. Distances range from 20 to 329 miles.

The longest mapped route from Norfolk, VA covers 329 miles and takes approximately 6h 32m. Shorter options start at just 20 miles.

The average route from Norfolk, VA runs about 187 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 49m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 187-mile trip from Norfolk, VA costs roughly $29 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Norfolk, VA include Narrows, VA, Blacksburg, VA, Hillsville, VA and Cedar Bluff, VA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.