Drive Time
5h 16m
Distance
234.5 mi
377 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
The drive from Norfolk, VA to Bassett, VA covers 234.5 miles and takes about 5h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 460 West, I 664, Hampton Roads Beltway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.53 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
117.2 miles from Norfolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 16m drive with frequent turns across 234.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 16m 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 Norfolk, VA to Bassett, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 460 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 664 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 13 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Military Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Portsmouth Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Courtland Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pleasant Shade Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk, VA and Bassett, VA.
Start on East City Hall Avenue
Take the ramp slight right toward US 460 West, I 264 Toll West, I 464: Portsmouth
Merge slight left
Keep slight right to continue on I 664: Bowers Hill, Suffolk, Richmond
Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway
Take the exit slight right toward US 13, US 58, US 460, VA 191 North: Suffolk, Military Highway
Keep slight left
Continue on West Military Highway
Continue on Portsmouth Boulevard
Continue on Courtland Road
Continue on Pleasant Shade Drive
Continue on Governor Harrison Parkway
Continue on Piney Pond Road
Continue on Highway 58
Continue on East Atlantic Street
Continue on South Hill Bypass
Continue on Highway 1
Continue on Highway 58
Turn straight onto Clarksville Bypass
Continue on Highway 58
Continue on Philpott Road
Continue on South Boston Highway
Continue on South Boston Road
Take the ramp slight right toward US 29 South, US 58 West: Greesboro, Martinsville
Merge slight left onto Danville Expressway
Keep slight left
Continue on A L Philpott Highway
Continue on East Church Street
Turn right onto Hooker Street
Turn right onto Fairy Street
Turn left onto Commonwealth Boulevard East
Turn right onto Virginia Avenue
Continue on Fairy Stone Park Highway
Continue on Fairystone Park Highway
Continue on Fairystone Parkway
Turn right onto County Road 673
Turn left onto Sunset Drive
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 117.2 miles or 2h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bassett, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 234.5 miles and 5h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.2 mi from Norfolk, VA · 2h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 117.2 miles from Norfolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bassett, 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 Bassett, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$37.53 one way
$75.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $40.89 | $81.78 |
| premium | $4.78 | $44.11 | $88.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $52.10 | $104.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.4 | 0 | $24.62 | $11.26 |
| Efficient EV | 58.6 | 0 | $20.52 | $9.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.8 | 1 | $32.83 | $15.01 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Norfolk on Sunday
Local time
2:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Bassett on Sunday
Local time
2:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
88°F
Middletown, MD
117 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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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