Columbia, South Carolina to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Norfolk, Virginia is 332 miles (534.3 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located NE of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 398.4 miles, taking about 8h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina 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 Columbia, South Carolina 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.