Origin
Edinburg, VA
Morning in Edinburg on Saturday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Edinburg, VA to Norfolk, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
254.5 mi
410 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 49m
★
6 AM
4h 2m
8 AM
4h 28m
10 AM
4h 11m
12 PM
4h 8m
3 PM
4h 12m
5 PM
4h 26m
8 PM
3h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edinburg, VA
Clément Proust
Norfolk, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Edinburg, VA to Norfolk, VA covers 254.5 miles and takes about 4h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Old Valley Pike, South Middle Road, US 211 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
127.3 miles from Edinburg, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 1m. Total distance: 254.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 1m drive with frequent turns across 254.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Old Valley Pike is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 1m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edinburg, VA to Norfolk, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Old Valley Pike | — | — |
| South Middle Road | — | — |
| US 211 | — | — |
| West Old Cross Road | — | — |
| East Lee Highway | — | — |
| Spotswood Trail | — | — |
| Stanardsville By-Pass | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Old Valley Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edinburg, VA and Norfolk, VA.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on Old Valley Pike
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Valley Pike
3
Turn right onto South Middle Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Middle Road
4
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
5
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
12 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 211, VA 211: New Market, Luray
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 211, VA 211: New Market, Luray
7
Turn left onto West Old Cross Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Old Cross Road
8
Turn right onto East Lee Highway
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
East Lee Highway
9
Turn right
17 mi
·
26 min
10
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
11
Merge slight left onto Spotswood Trail
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Spotswood Trail
12
Turn straight onto Stanardsville By-Pass
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Stanardsville By-Pass
13
Continue on Spotswood Trail
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Spotswood Trail
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Spotswood Trail
167 ft
·
3 sec
·
Spotswood Trail
15
Exit the roundabout onto Spotswood Trail
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Spotswood Trail
16
Continue on North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
18
Exit the roundabout
0.7 mi
·
1 min
19
Turn slight right onto Martinsburg Avenue
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Martinsburg Avenue
20
Continue on James Madison Highway
11 mi
·
15 min
·
James Madison Highway
21
Take the ramp slight left
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
22
Merge slight left
40 mi
·
43 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
24
Continue on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
23 mi
·
25 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
25
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
26
Merge slight left
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
27
Keep slight left to continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
341 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
28
Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
29
Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
30
Take the exit slight right toward I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street
31
Keep slight left to continue on US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Creek Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Creek Road
32
Turn straight onto Granby Street
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Granby Street
33
Continue on Church Street
446 ft
·
10 sec
·
Church Street
34
Turn right onto Monticello Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Monticello Avenue
35
Continue on Saint Pauls Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Pauls Boulevard
36
Turn left onto East City Hall Avenue
157 ft
·
10 sec
·
East City Hall Avenue
37
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 127.3 miles from Edinburg, VA, or about 2h into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 56 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.3 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norfolk, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edinburg, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Edinburg, VA
This is one driving day of about 254.5 miles and 4h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Edinburg, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.3 mi from Edinburg, VA · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 127.3 miles from Edinburg, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norfolk, VA
The final approach into Norfolk, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Norfolk, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.80 one way
$79.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $43.52 | $87.03 |
| premium | $4.70 | $47.10 | $94.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.19 | $112.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.4 | 0 | $26.72 | $12.22 |
| Efficient EV | 63.6 | 0 | $22.27 | $10.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.8 | 1 | $35.63 | $16.29 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Norfolk, VA
Morning in Norfolk on Saturday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Edinburg, VA to Norfolk, VA covers 254.5 miles and takes about 4h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Old Valley Pike, South Middle Road, US 211. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.3 miles from Edinburg, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.80 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 1m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edinburg, VA to Norfolk, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Edinburg, VA to Norfolk, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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