Origin
Norton, VA
Evening in Norton on Friday
Local time
7:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norton, VA to Arlington, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 38m
Distance
406.1 mi
654 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 26m
★
6 AM
6h 38m
8 AM
7h 2m
10 AM
6h 47m
12 PM
6h 44m
3 PM
6h 48m
5 PM
7h 1m
8 PM
6h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norton, VA
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Arlington, VA
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
The drive from Norton, VA to Arlington, VA covers 406.1 miles and takes about 6h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 8th Street Southwest, Park Avenue Northwest, Norton Coeburn Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $63.51 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
203.1 miles from Norton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 38m. Total distance: 406.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 38m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 38m drive with frequent turns across 406.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
8th Street Southwest is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 38m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Norton, VA to Arlington, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 8th Street Southwest | — | — |
| Park Avenue Northwest | — | — |
| Norton Coeburn Road | — | — |
| Bull Run Road | — | — |
| Trail of the Lonesome Pine | — | — |
| Highway 58 | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| Preston Street Southwest | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
8th Street Southwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norton, VA and Arlington, VA.
1
Start on the route
144 ft
·
12 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto 8th Street Southwest
131 ft
·
11 sec
·
8th Street Southwest
3
Turn right onto Park Avenue Northwest
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue Northwest
4
Continue on Norton Coeburn Road
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Norton Coeburn Road
5
Continue on Bull Run Road
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Bull Run Road
6
Continue on Trail of the Lonesome Pine
364 ft
·
7 sec
·
Trail of the Lonesome Pine
7
Continue on US Highway 58 Alternate
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
US Highway 58 Alternate
8
Continue on Trail of the Lonesome Pine
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Trail of the Lonesome Pine
9
Turn right
13 mi
·
18 min
10
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
11
Turn right onto Preston Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Preston Street Southwest
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto Bradley Street Southwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bradley Street Southwest
13
At the end of the road, turn right onto Cummings Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Cummings Street
14
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
15
Merge slight left
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
16
Continue straight
7.1 mi
·
7 min
17
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
140 mi
·
2 hr 33 min
·
I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
18
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
19
Keep slight left
79 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
20
Take the exit slight right toward I 66 East: Front Royal, Washington
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 66 East: Front Royal, Washington
21
Continue straight
43 mi
·
46 min
22
Keep slight right
28 mi
·
34 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward VA 120, VA 237
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
VA 120, VA 237
24
Continue on Fairfax Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Fairfax Drive
25
Turn right onto North Glebe Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Glebe Road
26
Turn slight left onto Wilson Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Boulevard
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 203.1 miles from Norton, VA, or about 3h 19m into the drive.
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 89 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 203.1 miles or 3h 19m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Norton, 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 Norton, VA
This is one driving day of about 406.1 miles and 6h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Norton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 203.1 mi from Norton, VA · 3h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
203 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 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 203.1 miles from Norton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, VA
The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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
$63.51 one way
$127.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
142 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $69.44 | $138.87 |
| premium | $4.70 | $75.16 | $150.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $89.66 | $179.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 142.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 121.8 | 1 | $42.64 | $19.49 |
| Efficient EV | 101.5 | 1 | $35.53 | $16.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 162.4 | 2 | $56.85 | $25.99 |
Gas CO2
142 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Arlington, VA
Evening in Arlington on Friday
Local time
7:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
19 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
6h 38m 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 Norton, VA to Arlington, VA covers 406.1 miles and takes about 6h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 8th Street Southwest, Park Avenue Northwest, Norton Coeburn Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 203.1 miles from Norton, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $63.51 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 38m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Norton, VA to Arlington, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Norton, VA to Arlington, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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