Baltimore to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169.5 miles 272.8 km · straight line
231.4 miles actual route 372.4 km · driving distance
4h 47min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
174° S bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Baltimore to Norfolk, Virginia is 169.5 miles (272.8 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located S of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 231.4 miles, taking about 4h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Norfolk, Virginia in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Norfolk, Virginia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Norfolk, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 47min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 44min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 33min $28–$81* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Norfolk, Virginia

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Norfolk, Virginia
36.85°N, 76.29°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM