How far is Arlington, VA from Norfolk, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Arlington and Norfolk is 147.48 miles (237.34 km).
Flight distance from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA is 147.48 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Arlington to Norfolk with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Arlington, Virginia to Norfolk, Virginia is: 192.79 miles (310.26 km) by car.
Driving from Arlington to Norfolk will take approximately 03 hours 09 minutes.
#1 Arlington
A county in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Arlington is known for its many military bases, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Arlington National Cemetery and the Pentagon.
| Population | 229164 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°52'52"N 77°6'15"W |
| Latitude | 38.8810100 |
| Longitude | -77.1042800 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Norfolk
The most populous city in Virginia. It is located on the Elizabeth River in southeastern Virginia. Norfolk is known for its many military bases, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Nauticus National Maritime Museum and the Chrysler Museum of Art.
| Population | 242803 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°50'49"N 76°17'7"W |
| Latitude | 36.8468100 |
| Longitude | -76.2852200 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Norfolk: US 460 Alternate (-76.285227,36.846793)
Estimated Travel Time Between Arlington and Norfolk
The distance between Arlington and Norfolk is 310 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 26 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Arlington and Norfolk. The current time is 13:35:51.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 49 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 51 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 34 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 25.75 liters (6.8 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Arlington and Norfolk.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Arlington to Norfolk is $22.59 (diesel $29.2).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $22.59 | $25.6 | $28 | $29.2 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.320 (Diesel $4.292) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 19, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Arlington and Norfolk (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Ashburn, VA to Arlington 27.4 miles (44 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Arlington 16.06 miles (26 km)
