How far is Norfolk, VA from Richmond, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Norfolk and Richmond is 81.04 miles (130.42 km).
Flight distance from Norfolk, VA to Richmond, VA is 81.04 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Norfolk to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Norfolk, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 100.21 miles (161.28 km) by car.
Driving from Norfolk to Richmond will take approximately 01 hours 38 minutes.
#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 |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Richmond: Robert E. Lee Circle (-77.460437,37.553637)
Estimated Travel Time Between Norfolk and Richmond
The distance between Norfolk and Richmond is 161 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 47 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 Richmond. The current time is 04:13:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 30 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 00 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.39 liters (3.54 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Norfolk and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Norfolk to Richmond is $11.74 (diesel $15.18).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $11.74 | $13.31 | $14.56 | $15.18 |
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 Richmond (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 Norfolk 204.84 miles (330 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Norfolk 188.67 miles (304 km)
