How far is Windsor, VA from Norfolk, VA?

The driving distance from Windsor, VA to Norfolk, VA is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 25.5 miles (41.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
29.35 mi
00h 33m
Flight
25.52 mi
41.07 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
25.52 mi
Kilometers
41.07 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
29.35 mi
Kilometers
47.23 km
Drive Time
00h 33m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Norfolk
Tue, Nov 10, 3:32 AM EST
Return by in Windsor
Tue, Nov 10, 4:06 AM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Windsor
2026-11-10T02:58
Arrive Norfolk
Tue, Nov 10, 3:32 AM EST
Route Timing
00h 33m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:34 AM to 7:34 PM EST

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:22 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Windsor
10:00 PM EST
Flexible departure

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
Suffolk
VA

The most populous city in Suffolk County, Virginia.

From Windsor
14.7 mi
00h 16m
To Norfolk
14.7 mi
00h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Tuesday

Areas Of Frost then Sunny

Starts
Tue, Nov 10 6:00 AM EST
Wind
0 to 9 mph SW
Destination
70°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, Nov 10 6:00 AM EST
Wind
1 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East Windsor Boulevard

    1.3 km · 2 min · East Windsor Boulevard

  2. 2

    Continue on Windsor Boulevard

    2.5 mi · 4 min · Windsor Boulevard

  3. 3

    Continue on Pruden Boulevard

    5.1 mi · 9 min · Pruden Boulevard

  4. 4

    Take the exit straight toward US 58 West, US 460 East: Newport News, Norfolk, Virginia Beach

    10.5 mi · 13 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach

    1.2 km · 2 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach

    2322 ft · 57 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway

    3026 ft · 43 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight left toward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk

    1.2 km · 1 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    7.2 mi · 11 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Waterside Drive, St Paul's Boulevard

    1095 ft · 27 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on Saint Paul's Boulevard

    1575 ft · 53 sec

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Saint Pauls Boulevard

    693 ft · 29 sec · Saint Pauls Boulevard

  13. 13

    Turn left onto East City Hall Avenue

    48 m · 10 sec · East City Hall Avenue

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East City Hall Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
14 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
47.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 58 West
10.5 mi · 36%
I 264 East
9.17 mi · 31%
Pruden Boulevard
5.12 mi · 17%
Windsor Boulevard
2.52 mi · 9%
East Windsor Boulevard
0.79 mi · 3%
Hampton Roads Beltway
0.57 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

US 58 West

Take the exit straight toward US 58 West, US 460 East: Newport News, Norfolk, Virginia Beach

10.5 mi · 00h 13m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 33m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.8 mi
25.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Suffolk
00h 16m from Windsor
Leave By
7:22 PM EST
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Windsor and Sunny near Norfolk.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Suffolk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.7 miles from Windsor and 14.7 miles from Norfolk.

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

The direct path is about 25.5 miles (41.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.02 one way or $8.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Windsor and Sunny near Norfolk.

Stop Ideas Near Suffolk

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 Suffolk and the surrounding midpoint area.
Chartreuse Bistro
Food stop 13.4 mi away

Chartreuse Bistro

Norfolk , VA
205 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 4.7/5 140 reviews Bistro,Bar,Bar & grill,Restaurant
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 13.6 mi away

MacArthur Center Parking Garage

Norfolk , VA
500 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 4.1/5 64 reviews Parking garage
Smooth: A Skin & Waxing Boutique
Practical stop 13.4 mi away

Smooth: A Skin & Waxing Boutique

Norfolk , VA
215 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 4.8/5 235 reviews Waxing hair removal service,Beauty salon,Facial spa,Skin care clinic
Chesapeake City Hall
Meeting point 14.5 mi away

Chesapeake City Hall

Chesapeake , VA
306 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322
Rating 4.4/5 48 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Suffolk.

BUS

Norfolk

30 mi away
215 W York Street
RAIL

Newport News station

34 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Virginia Beach, Virginia

56 mi away
19th St. and Pacific Ave.
RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

62 mi away
468 North Boundary Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Windsor and Norfolk. Straight-line distance: 25.52 mi (41.07 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Windsor

Windsor is a place in Virginia, United States.

Population0
Coordinates36.8084800, -76.7441200
Altitude24
CountryUnited States
Norfolk

#2 Norfolk

The most populous city in Virginia.

Population242,803
Coordinates36.8468100, -76.2852200
Altitude2
CountryUnited States
Start: US 460 (-76.744109, 36.808439)
End: US 460 Alternate (-76.285227, 36.846793)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 47 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 35m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 25m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.04 gal
3.92 L · about $4.02
Round trip
$8.03
2.08 gal · 7.84 L
Estimated CO2
9.2 kg one way
Round trip: 18.5 kg / 41 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.86 $4.02 $8.03
Mid-grade $4.35 $4.53 $9.05
Premium $4.77 $4.96 $9.92
Diesel $6.16 $6.40 $12.81

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 · Nov 09, 2026

There is no time difference between Windsor and Norfolk. The current time is 02:58:18.

Distance to Other Cities

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