Origin
Norfolk, VA
Afternoon in Norfolk on Friday
Local time
4:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norfolk, VA to South Hill, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
115 mi
185 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norfolk, VA
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South Hill, VA
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Trip Overview
Norfolk, VA to South Hill, VA is 115 miles and takes about 2h 37m via Portsmouth Boulevard and I 264, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Southeast region, beginning in Virginia and concluding in the same state. Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of the journey. This route is best suited for a single-day trip, offering a straightforward way to travel between these two points without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.5 miles from Norfolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 115 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (29%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This trip features a significant amount of local road driving, with only 29% of the route on highways. You'll navigate a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, so be prepared for frequent changes in direction. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 62.1 miles along Portsmouth Boulevard. While there's some highway driving involved, the overall character leans towards navigating city streets and local arteries rather than open interstate cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Portsmouth Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 62.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.2 miles (I 264; US 460 ALT; VA 337): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp toward US 460 West, I 264 Toll West, I 464: Portsmouth
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 460 West, I 264 Toll West, I 464: Por...
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 264; US 460 ALT; VA 337
Merge onto I 264; US 460 ALT; VA 337
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 664: Bowers Hill, Suffolk, Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 664: Bowers Hill, Suffolk, Richmond
8
8.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward US 13, US 58, US 460, VA 191 North: Suffolk, Military Highway
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 13A-B
Toward US 13, US 58, US 460, VA 191 North: Suff...
4
9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 South Hill, VA, road signs point toward Suffolk, Richmond and Military Highway.
Suffolk
7.6 mi in
|
~11m
Richmond
7.6 mi in
|
~11m
Military Highway
8.7 mi in
|
~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth Boulevard | 62.1 mi | 1h 21m |
| Governor Harrison Parkway | 22.5 mi | 30m |
| I 264 | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Pleasant Shade Drive | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| Courtland Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Highway 58 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| West Military Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Atlantic Street | 2.2 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Portsmouth Boulevard
— 62.1 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk, VA and South Hill, VA.
1
Start on East City Hall Avenue
122 ft
·
2 sec
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East City Hall Avenue
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 460 West, I 264 Toll West, I 464: Portsmouth
3
Merge onto I 264; US 460 ALT; VA 337
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
I 264; US 460 ALT; VA 337
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 664: Bowers Hill, Suffolk, Richmond
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 664
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 13A-B
Toward US 13, US 58, US 460, VA 191 North: Suffolk, Military Highway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
8
Continue on US 13; US 58; US 460
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Military Highway
9
Continue on US 13; US 58; US 460
62 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Portsmouth Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 58
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Courtland Road
11
Continue on US 58
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Pleasant Shade Drive
12
Continue on US 58
23 mi
·
30 min
·
Governor Harrison Parkway
13
Continue on US 58
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Piney Pond Road
14
Continue on US 58
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 58
15
Continue on US 58
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Atlantic Street
16
Continue on US 58 BUS
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Atlantic Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 58 BUS
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 37m duration, departing in the morning allows ample time for the drive and any brief stops. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your pace. The fuel cost is estimated at $18, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye out for the numerous turns characteristic of this route, especially on Portsmouth Boulevard, which accounts for the longest stretch. This is a manageable drive, making it easy to complete in a single day.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.5 miles from Norfolk, VA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.1 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 25 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.5 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Hill, 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 115 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Norfolk, 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 Portsmouth Boulevard for about 62.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.5 mi from Norfolk, VA · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.5 miles from Norfolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Portsmouth Boulevard if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.1 miles.
Arriving in South Hill, VA
The final approach into South Hill, 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 South Hill, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.98 one way
$35.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.66 | $39.33 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.28 | $42.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.39 | $50.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.08 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.06 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.10 | $7.36 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
South Hill, VA
Afternoon in South Hill on Friday
Local time
4:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Waverly, VA
58 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
23 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 37m 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 South Hill, VA covers 115 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Portsmouth Boulevard, Governor Harrison Parkway, I 264. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.5 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 $17.98 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.2 miles (I 264; US 460 ALT; VA 337): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Norfolk, VA and South Hill, VA, road signs point toward Suffolk, Richmond and Military Highway.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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