How far is Norfolk, VA from Alexandria, VA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Norfolk and Alexandria is 141.53 miles (227.77 km).

Flight distance from Norfolk, VA to Alexandria, VA is 141.53 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Norfolk to Alexandria with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Norfolk, Virginia to Alexandria, Virginia is: 195.86 miles (315.21 km) by car.

Driving from Norfolk to Alexandria will take approximately 03 hours 01 minutes.

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#1 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
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#2 Alexandria

A city in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Alexandria is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art.

Population 158726
GPS Coordinates 38°48'17"N 77°2'49"W
Latitude 38.8048400
Longitude -77.0469200
Altitude 12
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Norfolk and Alexandria

The distance between Norfolk and Alexandria is 315 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 30 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 Norfolk and Alexandria. The current time is 03:56:36.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 06 hours 31 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 04 hours 53 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 03 hours 55 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 15 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 47 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 36 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 26 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.16 liters (6.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Norfolk and Alexandria.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Norfolk to Alexandria is $22.95 (diesel $29.66).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $22.95 $26.01 $28.45 $29.66

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 December 18, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Norfolk and Alexandria (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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