How far is Warsaw, VA from Norfolk, VA?

The driving distance from Warsaw, VA to Norfolk, VA is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 81.1 miles (130.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
100.9 mi
02h 01m
Flight
81.09 mi
130.5 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
81.09 mi
Kilometers
130.5 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
100.9 mi
Kilometers
162.38 km
Drive Time
02h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Norfolk
Thu, Apr 16, 1:11 AM EDT
Return by in Warsaw
Thu, Apr 16, 3:12 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Warsaw
2026-04-15T23:10
Arrive Norfolk
Thu, Apr 16, 1:11 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:01 AM to 12:01 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:28 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Warsaw
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Gloucester Courthouse
VA

Census designated place

From Warsaw
50 mi
01h 00m
To Norfolk
50.9 mi
01h 00m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
93°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 7:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph SW
Destination
67°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 4:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Warsaw and Norfolk.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Warsaw and Norfolk.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    28 m · 12 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    35 m · 11 sec

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West Richmond Road

    6.5 mi · 9 min · West Richmond Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto South Water Lane

    1913 ft · 57 sec · South Water Lane

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Wright Street

    1064 ft · 33 sec · Wright Street

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Tappahannock Boulevard

    1.9 mi · 4 min · Tappahannock Boulevard

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    67.2 mi · 1 hr 33 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit straight toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk

    1821 ft · 44 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    10 mi · 13 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    104 m · 5 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway

  11. 11

    Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

    3.5 mi · 5 min · Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

  12. 12

    Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    4.4 mi · 6 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street

    1006 ft · 22 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Creek Road

    870 ft · 19 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto Granby Street

    3.1 mi · 8 min · Granby Street

  16. 16

    Continue on Church Street

    136 m · 10 sec · Church Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Monticello Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Monticello Avenue

  18. 18

    Continue on Saint Pauls Boulevard

    1.1 km · 1 min · Saint Pauls Boulevard

  19. 19

    Turn left onto East City Hall Avenue

    48 m · 10 sec · East City Hall Avenue

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East City Hall Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Warsaw and Norfolk.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
20 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Tappahannock Boulevard
69.1 mi · 69%
US 64 East
10.3 mi · 10%
West Richmond Road
6.45 mi · 6%
Hampton Roads Beltway
4.47 mi · 4%
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi · 3%
Granby Street
3.15 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Tappahannock Boulevard

Keep slight left

67.2 mi · 01h 33m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.8 mi
81.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gloucester Courthouse
01h 00m from Warsaw
Leave By
2:28 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Warsaw and Mostly Clear near Norfolk.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Warsaw to Norfolk?

The road trip is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km) and usually takes 02h 01m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Gloucester Courthouse is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50 miles from Warsaw and 50.9 miles from Norfolk.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 81.1 miles (130.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:28 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.10 one way or $28.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Warsaw and Mostly Clear near Norfolk.

Stop Ideas Near Gloucester Courthouse

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Gloucester Courthouse and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 13.2 mi away

James City County

Gloucester Courthouse
County government office,Service establishment
James City County Government Center
Meeting point 14.5 mi away

James City County Government Center

Williamsburg , VA
101 Mounts Bay Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Rating 2.3/5 3 reviews Municipal administration office,Economic development agency,Local government office,County government office,Municipal Department Communication,Municipal Department Finance,Municipal Department of Tourism
Legacy Hall
Nearby stop 14.6 mi away

Legacy Hall

Williamsburg , VA
4301 New Town Ave, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Rating 4.5/5 37 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gloucester Courthouse.

RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

22 mi away
468 North Boundary Street
RAIL

Newport News station

44 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Norfolk

65 mi away
215 W York Street
BUS

Virginia Beach, Virginia

79 mi away
19th St. and Pacific Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Warsaw and Norfolk. Straight-line distance: 81.09 mi (130.5 km).

Warsaw

#1 Warsaw

Town in Virginia, United States

Population1,490
Coordinates37.9587400, -76.7580100
Altitude40
CountryUnited States
Norfolk

#2 Norfolk

The most populous city in Virginia.

Population242,803
Coordinates36.8468100, -76.2852200
Altitude2
CountryUnited States
Start: Main Street (-76.757838, 37.958601)
End: US 460 Alternate (-76.285227, 36.846793)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 162 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.56 gal
13.48 L · about $14.10
Round trip
$28.20
7.12 gal · 26.96 L
Estimated CO2
31.6 kg one way
Round trip: 63.3 kg / 140 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $14.10 $28.20
Mid-grade $4.43 $15.77 $31.53
Premium $4.78 $17.01 $34.02
Diesel $5.62 $20.02 $40.04

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Virginia · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Warsaw and Norfolk. The current time is 23:10:20.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.