Origin
Rustburg, VA
Afternoon in Rustburg on Saturday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rustburg, VA to Norfolk, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 19m
Distance
192.4 mi
310 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 6m
★
6 AM
4h 19m
8 AM
4h 46m
10 AM
4h 29m
12 PM
4h 26m
3 PM
4h 30m
5 PM
4h 44m
8 PM
4h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rustburg, VA
Vladimir Srajber
Norfolk, VA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 192.4-mile journey from Rustburg, VA to Norfolk, VA is a solid day trip, estimated to take around 4 hours and 19 minutes. You'll primarily navigate along Prince Edward Highway, Richmond Highway, and Patrick Henry Highway, with about 6% of the drive being on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is $30, and with one recommended stop, it's a manageable drive. Given its duration and the nature of the route, it's perfectly suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are in the Southeast region, keeping the general feel of the drive consistent.
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
96.2 miles from Rustburg, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Edward Highway | 24.1 mi | 29m |
| Richmond Highway | 20.1 mi | 24m |
| Patrick Henry Highway | 17.2 mi | 21m |
| James River Drive | 14.6 mi | 19m |
| Hull Street Road | 13.7 mi | 19m |
| Colonial Trail West | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 12.1 mi | 14m |
| Old Stage Highway | 12 mi | 15m |
Longest stretch:
Prince Edward Highway
— 24.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rustburg, VA and Norfolk, VA.
1
Start on SR 838
21 ft
·
3 sec
·
Kabler Lane
2
Turn right onto US 501; VA 24
8.4 mi
·
14 min
·
Village Highway
3
Enter roundabout onto VA 24
113 ft
·
2 sec
·
Village Highway
4
Continue on VA 24
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Village Highway
5
Turn right onto US 460; VA 24
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Richmond Highway
6
Continue on US 460
24 mi
·
29 min
·
Prince Edward Highway
7
Turn left onto VA 307
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Holly Farms Road
8
Turn left onto US 360
17 mi
·
21 min
·
Patrick Henry Highway
9
Continue on US 360
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto SR 754
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Commonwealth Centre Parkway
Use the right lane.
11
Take the ramp
62 ft
·
1 sec
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward VA 288 South
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto VA 288
12 mi
·
14 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 95 South: Petersburg
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 95
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 61A
Toward VA 10 East: Hopewell
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on VA 10
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
West Hundred Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
18
Continue on VA 10
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Randolph Road
19
Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS
15 mi
·
19 min
·
James River Drive
20
Continue on VA 10
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Colonial Trail West
21
At end of road, turn left onto VA 10; VA 31
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rolfe Highway
22
Take the exit
149 ft
·
6 sec
23
Merge onto VA 10
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Colonial Trail East
24
Continue on VA 10
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Old Stage Highway
Use the left lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 258
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Brewers Neck Boulevard
26
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
27
Merge onto US 17
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Carrollton Boulevard
28
Continue on US 17
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 164
6.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Western Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 58 East: Tunnel Norfolk
31
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 58 East: Tunnel Norfolk
32
Merge onto US 58
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 58
33
Take the exit onto US 58
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 58
Toward US 58 East: Brambleton Avenue, Downtown Norfolk
Use the left lane.
34
Turn right onto US 460 ALT
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Pauls Boulevard
Use the left lane.
35
Turn left onto East City Hall Avenue
158 ft
·
9 sec
·
East City Hall Avenue
Use the left lane.
36
Arrive at destination
East City Hall Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour and 19-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Rustburg, VA, to avoid potential traffic as you approach Norfolk, VA. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself, but be mindful of the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $30, and plan your refueling strategically, especially before hitting longer stretches like the 24.1 miles on Prince Edward Highway. This route is well-suited for a single day, so you can depart and arrive on the same day with ease.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.2 miles from Rustburg, VA, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.1 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 42 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.2 miles or 2h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norfolk, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rustburg, 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 Rustburg, VA
This is one driving day of about 192.4 miles and 4h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Rustburg, 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 Prince Edward Highway for about 24.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 96.2 miles from Rustburg, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 235 decision points cluster between mile 94 and 190.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
94 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
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SR 754 / Commonwealth Centre Parkway
Turn right onto SR 754 / Commonwealth Centre Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
94.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VA 288 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward VA 288 South
7
107.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Petersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Petersburg
7
109.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
Take the exit toward VA 10 East: Hopewell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 61A
Toward VA 10 East: Hopewell
7
190.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 14m in
|
US 58
Take the exit onto US 58 toward US 58 East: Brambleton Avenue, Downtown Norfolk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 58 East: Brambleton Avenue, Downtown...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.09 one way
$60.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $32.90 | $65.79 |
| premium | $4.70 | $35.61 | $71.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.48 | $84.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.10
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
(1.5 mi)
$0.10
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.7 | 0 | $20.20 | $9.24 |
| Efficient EV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.84 | $7.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77 | 0 | $26.94 | $12.31 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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
Norfolk, VA
Afternoon in Norfolk on Saturday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Colonial Heights, VA
96 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
38 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
4h 19m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 19.9
View on nps.gov
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...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
$15
near mile 159.2
View on nps.gov
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 185.7
View on nps.gov
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 112.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for most of this 192.4-mile route. With only a 6% highway share, you'll be spending most of your time on local roads like Prince Edward Highway, Richmond Highway, and Patrick Henry Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.1 miles on Prince Edward Highway, so be prepared for frequent adjustments in speed and direction. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a drive that requires your active attention as you navigate through towns and varied terrain.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.1 mi on Prince Edward Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 94 miles in near SR 754 / Commonwealth Centre Parkway.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 23 significant decision points across 192.4 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 94 miles (SR 754 / Commonwealth Centre Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 94.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 19m. Total distance: 192.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.1 miles on Prince Edward Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.10 in tolls one way, starting with Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Norfolk, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 94 miles (SR 754 / Commonwealth Centre Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 94.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, Colonial National Historical Park and Fort Monroe National Monument (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Norfolk, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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