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Trip from Norfolk, VA to Bellwood, VA

Data updated 33 minutes ago

Drive Time

2h 1m

Distance

96.7 mi

156 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 52m ★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m

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

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Downtown Norfolk, VA, VA

Norfolk, VA

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Downtown Bellwood, VA, VA

Bellwood, VA

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Trip Overview

This 96.7-mile drive from Norfolk, VA, to Bellwood, VA, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 1 minute to complete. The route primarily utilizes major highways, including I-64 and the Hampton Roads Beltway, making it a straightforward journey through Virginia's Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this highway-focused trip is efficient for those looking to get from point A to point B without extensive sightseeing. No overnight stops are recommended, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. You can expect a smooth, direct transit on this well-traveled corridor.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

48.3 miles from Norfolk, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a drive that is predominantly highway-focused, with 73% of the journey on major interstates. You'll experience a significant 61.1-mile stretch on I-64, offering a consistent pace. The route is designed for efficient travel, so while it may not offer winding scenic byways, it provides a reliable and direct path. The character of the road remains largely consistent, emphasizing speed and directness rather than varied terrain or town transitions. This is a route where maintaining highway speeds will be the norm for most of your travel time.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 61.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Hampton Roads Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 81.3 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 96.7 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 81.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

8
81.3 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Take the exit toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC

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 200 Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
8
81.8 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC
7
82.2 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC
8
86.2 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International Airport

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 25 Toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond Int...
7
94.6 mi into trip | ~1h 57m in

Take the exit toward US 1 South, US 301 South: Route 1, Petersburg

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

Use the right lane. Toward US 1 South, US 301 South: Route 1, Peter...

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Norfolk, VA and Bellwood, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Richmond International Airport.

Rocky Mount

81.3 mi in | ~1h 39m

Richmond International Airport

86.2 mi in | ~1h 47m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 64 61.1 mi 1h 7m
Hampton Roads Beltway 11.4 mi 15m
Pocahontas Parkway 7.9 mi 9m
Tidewater Drive 4.6 mi 10m
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel 3.5 mi 4m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway 2.1 mi 2m
Route 1 1.9 mi 3m
East City Hall Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 64 — 61.1 mi, about 1h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on East City Hall Avenue

0.4 mi · 42 sec · East City Hall Avenue
2

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 28 sec
Toward VA 337: Tidewater Drive
3

Merge onto VA 337

4.6 mi · 10 min · Tidewater Drive
Use the left lane.
4

Turn left

0.2 mi · 28 sec
5

Merge onto I 64

5.6 mi · 7 min · Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Continue on I 64; US 60

3.5 mi · 4 min · Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
7

Continue on I 64; US 60

5.9 mi · 7 min · Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 64

61 mi · 1 hr 7 min · I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 32 sec
Exit 200 Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC Use the right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 295 South
15

Merge onto I 295

2.1 mi · 2 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
16

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 52 sec
Exit 25 Toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International Airport Use the slight right lane.
17

Continue on VA 895

7.9 mi · 9 min · Pocahontas Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward US 1 South, US 301 South: Route 1, Petersburg Use the right lane.
19

Turn straight onto US 1; US 301

1.7 mi · 2 min · Route 1
Use the left lane.
20

Continue on US 1; US 301

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Route 1
Use the left lane.
21

Arrive at destination

US 1; US 301

Trip Plan

Given the short 2-hour duration, this trip is best undertaken in a single go, offering flexibility for when you depart. Leaving mid-morning can help you avoid the peak rush hour traffic often found in the Norfolk area. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, plan to fill up before you leave or at a convenient point along the route. The longest stretch without a major exit is over 61 miles, so ensure you have everything you need before embarking on that segment. Since there are no recommended stops, pack snacks and drinks to maintain comfort during your journey.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.3 miles from Norfolk, VA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.1 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 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 48.3 miles or 1h 3m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 37m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, VA

This is one driving day of about 96.7 miles and 2h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Norfolk, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 61.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 48.3 mi from Norfolk, VA · 1h 3m into the drive

Downtown Middletown, MD, MD

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

48 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

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

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

Middletown, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.3 miles from Norfolk, 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 61.1 miles.

Arriving in Bellwood, VA

The final approach into Bellwood, 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 Bellwood, VA.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Colonial National Historical Park

Colonial National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour $15 near mile 36.7
Park Closure: Rehabilitation of Colonial Parkway Continues
View on nps.gov
Fort Monroe National Monument

Fort Monroe National Monument

National Monument

Fort Monroe's story spans from prehistory to the 2000s. Kecoughtan Indians occupied Old Point Comfort before the arrival of English colonists. The first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619. Those escapi...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 13.3
View on nps.gov
Petersburg National Battlefield

Petersburg National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free near mile 96.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.12 one way

$30.24 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $16.53 $33.07
premium $4.70 $17.90 $35.79
diesel $5.61 $21.35 $42.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29 0 $10.15 $4.64
Efficient EV 24.2 0 $8.46 $3.87
EV Truck/SUV 38.7 0 $13.54 $6.19

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (68% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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 1 hour from now

Origin

Norfolk, VA

Late night in Norfolk on Wednesday

Local time

5:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bellwood, VA

Late night in Bellwood on Wednesday

Local time

5:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

86°F

Middletown, MD

48 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

19 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

2h 1m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Norfolk, VA to Bellwood, VA covers 96.7 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Hampton Roads Beltway, Pocahontas Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.3 miles from Norfolk, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 96.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 81.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Norfolk, VA and Bellwood, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Richmond International Airport.

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