Drive Time
6h 23m
Distance
287.9 mi
463 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
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The drive from Hillsville, VA to Norfolk, VA covers 287.9 miles and takes about 6h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southampton Parkway, Jeb Stuart Highway, US 58 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62.1 miles on Southampton Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.08 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
144 miles from Hillsville, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .
The drive from Hillsville, VA to Norfolk, VA covers 287.9 miles and takes about 6h 23m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
568 ft
Total Descent
3,072 ft
Highest Point
2,975 ft
~24 mi in
Elevation Range
2,968 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 287.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.8 miles (US 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.5 miles (US 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp toward US 58 East: Martinsville, Danville
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 58 toward US 58 East, US 220 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 58 toward US 58 East: Danville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT toward Waterside Drive, St Paul's Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT toward Saint Paul's Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Hillsville, VA to Norfolk, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Hill along the way.
Hill
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton Parkway | 62.1 mi | 1h 20m |
| Jeb Stuart Highway | 31.2 mi | 42m |
| US 58 | 29.4 mi | 37m |
| Clarksville Bypass | 22.9 mi | 29m |
| Governor Harrison Parkway | 22.5 mi | 30m |
| Philpott Road | 19.7 mi | 25m |
| Bill Tuck Highway | 18.8 mi | 24m |
| Danville Pike | 15.2 mi | 20m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsville, VA and Norfolk, VA.
Start on US 221; US 58 BUS
Turn right onto US 52
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Take the exit onto US 58
Merge onto US 58; US 220
Keep slight right at fork onto US 58
Take the exit onto US 58
Take the exit onto US 58
Merge onto US 58; US 360
Continue on US 58; US 360
Continue on US 58; US 360
Continue on US 58; US 360
Continue on US 58; VA 49
Keep slight right at fork onto US 58
Continue on US 1; US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 58
Continue on US 13; US 58; US 460
Take the exit onto US 13; US 460
Keep slight left at fork onto US 13; US 460
Merge onto I 664; US 13; US 460
Take the exit
Continue on I 264
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT
Turn left onto Saint Pauls Boulevard
Turn left onto East City Hall Avenue
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 80 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144 miles or 3h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norfolk, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hillsville, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Hillsville, VA
This is one driving day of about 287.9 miles and 6h 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 144 mi from Hillsville, VA · 3h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
144 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 144 miles from Hillsville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southampton Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.1 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$46.08 one way
$92.15 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $50.20 | $100.40 |
| premium | $4.78 | $54.16 | $108.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $63.96 | $127.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.4 | 1 | $30.23 | $13.82 |
| Efficient EV | 72 | 0 | $25.19 | $11.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 115.2 | 1 | $40.31 | $18.43 |
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Hillsville on Saturday
Local time
6:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Norfolk on Saturday
Local time
6:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
88°F
Middletown, MD
144 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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