Bristol, Tennessee to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Norfolk, Virginia is 327.3 miles (526.8 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located E of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 392.8 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee and Norfolk, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bristol, Tennessee and Norfolk, Virginia. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.