Trip from Narrows, VA to Norfolk, VA

Drive Time

6h 31m

Distance

328.1 mi

528 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

6h 19m ★

6 AM

6h 31m

8 AM

6h 56m

10 AM

6h 40m

12 PM

6h 37m

3 PM

6h 41m

5 PM

6h 54m

8 PM

6h 24m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Narrows, VA

Olga Shenderova

Norfolk, VA

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Trip Overview

Crossing the state of Virginia from Narrows to Norfolk covers 328.1 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 31 minutes. Since this journey stays within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent transition from the mountainous western terrain toward the coastal east. With an estimated fuel cost of $53, this trip is manageable as a single-day drive if you start early. While you could technically push through in one go, the 6.5-hour duration makes it a significant commitment behind the wheel. Planning for one dedicated stop along the way will help keep you refreshed for the final stretch as you head toward the coast.

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

164.1 miles from Narrows, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 20m into the drive .

Drive Character

This highway-focused route relies heavily on the I-64 and I-81 corridors, with 72% of your travel spent on major interstates. You will spend a significant portion of your journey on the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, which helps facilitate steady progress across the state. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 156.9 miles on I-64, requiring you to settle into a consistent driving rhythm for hours at a time. Expect a mix of high-speed interstate cruising that transitions from the inland geography toward the lower elevations of the Tidewater area. The experience is primarily about efficiency and interstate navigation rather than technical or winding secondary roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 156.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 132.3 miles in near I 64.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 328.1 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 132.3 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 222.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 246.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

132.3 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in | I 64

Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Richmond

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 64 East: Richmond

222.4 mi into trip | ~4h 23m in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 177 Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk

246.5 mi into trip | ~4h 50m in

Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 28A Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach

322.6 mi into trip | ~6h 19m in

Take the exit toward I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 276 Toward I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street

322.8 mi into trip | ~6h 19m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Creek Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Cr...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Narrows, VA to Norfolk, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Virginia Beach along the way.

Virginia Beach

246.5 mi in | ~4h 50m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 64	156.9 mi	2h 53m
I 81	79.8 mi	1h 27m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	22.9 mi	25m
Virginia Avenue	17 mi	21m
Mount Tabor Road	9.1 mi	15m
Catawba Valley Drive	9 mi	12m
Newport Road	7.7 mi	12m
Hampton Roads Beltway	4.5 mi	6m

Longest stretch: I 64 — 156.9 mi, about 2h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Narrows, VA and Norfolk, VA.

Start on VA 100

1.0 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Continue on VA 100

2.8 mi · 3 min · Narrows Road

Turn slight left onto Thomas Drive

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Thomas Drive

Turn right onto US 460

17 mi · 21 min · Virginia Avenue

Continue on US 460

3.4 mi · 4 min · Pandapas Pond Road

Turn left onto SR 649

392 ft · 8 sec · Coal Bank Hollow Road

Continue on SR 649

1.4 mi · 2 min · Coal Bank Hollow Road

At end of road, turn left onto SR 624

9.1 mi · 15 min · Mount Tabor Road

Continue on SR 624

7.7 mi · 12 min · Newport Road

At end of road, turn right onto VA 311

9.0 mi · 12 min · Catawba Valley Drive

Enter roundabout onto VA 419

163 ft · 2 sec · North Electric Road

Continue on VA 419

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Electric Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn left

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 81

80 mi · 1 hr 27 min · I 81

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 64

90 mi · 1 hr 38 min · I 64

Toward I 64 East: Richmond Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 1 min

Exit 177 Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 295

23 mi · 25 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.3 mi · 2 min

Exit 28A Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 64

67 mi · 1 hr 15 min · I 64

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 64; US 60

342 ft · 5 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway

Continue on I 64; US 60

3.5 mi · 4 min · Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

Continue on I 64; US 60

4.4 mi · 5 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Exit 276 Toward I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 18 sec

Toward US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Creek Road Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto US 460

3.1 mi · 7 min · Granby Street

Use the left / none lanes.

Continue on US 460

446 ft · 9 sec · Church Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto US 460

1.2 mi · 2 min · Monticello Avenue

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 460

0.7 mi · 1 min · Saint Pauls Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto East City Hall Avenue

158 ft · 9 sec · East City Hall Avenue

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

East City Hall Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 328.1-mile trek, aim to depart Narrows early in the morning to avoid potential traffic congestion as you approach the eastern urban centers. Because the drive is dominated by high-speed interstates, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long 156.9-mile stretch on I-64 to ensure you don't run low between service areas. Since the itinerary only includes one recommended stop, choose a location that allows you to stretch your legs thoroughly before committing to the remainder of your trip. Having a flexible schedule is your biggest advantage here, allowing you to adjust your pace if you encounter heavy volume on the major highways. Prioritize your comfort and hydration to stay alert throughout the full 6-hour and 31-minute duration.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 164.1 miles from Narrows, VA, or about 3h 20m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.9 miles.

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 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 164.1 miles or 3h 20m 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 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norfolk, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Narrows, 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 Narrows, VA

This is one driving day of about 328.1 miles and 6h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Narrows, 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.

The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 156.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 164.1 mi from Narrows, VA · 3h 20m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Westernport, MD

164 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

Oakland, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Poolesville, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 164.1 miles from Narrows, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 156.9 miles.

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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.51 one way

$105.02 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 115 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$57.21	$114.42
premium	$4.78	$61.72	$123.44
diesel	$5.64	$72.89	$145.78

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$53

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 114.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	98.4	1	$34.45	$15.75
Efficient EV	82	0	$28.71	$13.12
EV Truck/SUV	131.2	1	$45.93	$21.00

Gas CO2

115 kg

EV CO2

38 kg (67% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Narrows, VA

Evening in Narrows on Sunday

Local time

6:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Norfolk, VA

Evening in Norfolk on Sunday

Local time

6:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°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

5 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

6h 31m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Narrows, VA to Norfolk, VA covers 328.1 miles and takes about 6h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 64, I 81, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 164.1 miles from Narrows, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

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.

On the drive from Narrows, VA to Norfolk, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Virginia Beach along the way.

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Trip from Narrows, VA to Norfolk, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Norfolk, VA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Narrows, VA

Norfolk, VA

Same local time

5 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 31m on the road

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