How far is Richmond, VA from Norfolk, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Richmond and Norfolk is 81.04 miles (130.42 km).
Flight distance from Richmond, VA to Norfolk, VA is 81.04 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Richmond to Norfolk with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Richmond, Virginia to Norfolk, Virginia is: 94 miles (151.27 km) by car.
Driving from Richmond to Norfolk will take approximately 01 hours 35 minutes.
#1 Richmond
The capital of Virginia. It is located on the James River in central Virginia. Richmond is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Edgar Allan Poe Museum.
| Population | 232226 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°33'14"N 77°27'37"W |
| Latitude | 37.5537600 |
| Longitude | -77.4602600 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| 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 Richmond and Norfolk
The distance between Richmond and Norfolk is 151 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 40 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 Richmond and Norfolk. The current time is 00:53:36.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 07 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 21 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.56 liters (3.32 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Richmond and Norfolk.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Richmond to Norfolk is $11.01 (diesel $14.24).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $11.01 | $12.48 | $13.65 | $14.24 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Richmond 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 Richmond 118.65 miles (191 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Richmond 95.08 miles (153 km)
