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Trip from Norfolk, VA to Laurel, VA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 6m

Distance

101.7 mi

164 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 57m ★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m

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 Laurel, VA, VA

Laurel, VA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Norfolk, VA to Laurel, VA covers 101.7 miles and takes about 2h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 64, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Hampton Roads Beltway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.1 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.90 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

50.8 miles from Norfolk, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 101.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

The drive from Norfolk, VA to Laurel, VA covers 101.7 miles and takes about 2h 6m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 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 0.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 101.7 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 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 20.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~0m in

Keep slight left at fork toward VA 337: Tidewater Drive

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward VA 337: Tidewater Drive
6
20.2 mi into trip | ~32m in | I 64

Keep slight left at fork onto I 64

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
7
81.8 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 North: Washington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 295 North: Washington
7
98.6 mi into trip | ~2h in

Take the exit toward Woodman Road South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 45B Toward Woodman Road South

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

On the drive from Norfolk, VA to Laurel, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Rocky Mount along the way.

Rocky Mount

81.3 mi in | ~1h 39m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 64 61.1 mi 1h 7m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway 15.5 mi 17m
Hampton Roads Beltway 11.4 mi 15m
Tidewater Drive 4.6 mi 10m
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel 3.5 mi 4m
Woodman Road 2 mi 4m
Hungary Road 0.8 mi 1m
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 Laurel, 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 right at fork

1.3 mi · 2 min
Toward I 295 North: Washington Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 295

16 mi · 17 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Exit 45B Toward Woodman Road South Use the right lane.
13

Turn straight onto Woodman Road

2.0 mi · 4 min · Woodman Road
14

Turn right onto Hungary Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hungary Road
15

Turn left onto Old Staples Mill Road

91 ft · 2 sec · Old Staples Mill Road
16

Arrive at destination

Old Staples Mill Road

Trip Plan

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 50.8 miles from Norfolk, VA, or about 1h 6m 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 22 miles or 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 50.8 miles or 1h 6m 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 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laurel, 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 101.7 miles and 2h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Norfolk, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 50.8 mi from Norfolk, VA · 1h 6m into the drive

Downtown Williamsburg, VA, VA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Williamsburg, VA

51 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

Newport News, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Williamsburg, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.8 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 Laurel, VA

The final approach into Laurel, 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 Laurel, 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...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour $15 near mile 38.6
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...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 14
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...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 80.7
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.90 one way

$31.81 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $17.39 $34.78
premium $4.70 $18.82 $37.65
diesel $5.61 $22.45 $44.91

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.5 0 $10.68 $4.88
Efficient EV 25.4 0 $8.90 $4.07
EV Truck/SUV 40.7 0 $14.24 $6.51

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (67% 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 as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Norfolk, VA

Evening in Norfolk on Thursday

Local time

5:05 PM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Laurel, VA

Evening in Laurel on Thursday

Local time

5:05 PM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Williamsburg, VA

51 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

1 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 6m 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 Laurel, VA covers 101.7 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Hampton Roads Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.8 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 $15.90 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 10 significant decision points across 101.7 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 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 20.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Norfolk, VA to Laurel, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Rocky Mount along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument and Petersburg National Battlefield.

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