How far is Petersburg, VA from Norfolk, VA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Petersburg and Norfolk is 172.05 miles (276.89 km).

Flight distance from Petersburg, VA to Norfolk, VA is 172.05 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 22 minutes to travel from Petersburg to Norfolk with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Petersburg, Virginia to Norfolk, Virginia is: 204.17 miles (328.58 km) by car.

Driving from Petersburg to Norfolk will take approximately 03 hours 28 minutes.

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#1 Petersburg

Independent city in Virginia, United States

Population 30446
GPS Coordinates 38°54'33"N 78°3'12"W
Latitude 38.9092800
Longitude -78.0533300
Altitude 240
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Petersburg and Norfolk

The distance between Petersburg and Norfolk is 329 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 39 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 Petersburg and Norfolk. The current time is 19:15:00.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 06 hours 48 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 05 hours 06 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 04 hours 04 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 24 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 55 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 43 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 32 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 27.27 liters (7.2 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Petersburg and Norfolk.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Petersburg to Norfolk is $23.92 (diesel $30.92).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $23.92 $27.11 $29.65 $30.92

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 April 24, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Petersburg 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

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Driving distance from Alexandria, VA to Petersburg 64.83 miles (104 km)

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Driving distance from Arlington, VA to Petersburg 56.19 miles (90 km)

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Driving distance from Chesapeake, VA to Petersburg 206.16 miles (332 km)

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Driving distance from Danville, VA to Petersburg 225.88 miles (364 km)

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Driving distance from Hampton, VA to Petersburg 188.48 miles (303 km)

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Driving distance from Harrisonburg, VA to Petersburg 70.6 miles (114 km)

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Driving distance from Leesburg, VA to Petersburg 41.45 miles (67 km)

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Driving distance from Lynchburg, VA to Petersburg 166.09 miles (267 km)

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Driving distance from Manassas, VA to Petersburg 36.53 miles (59 km)

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Driving distance from McLean, VA to Petersburg 54.16 miles (87 km)

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