Detroit to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

522.1 miles 840.2 km · straight line
679.1 miles actual route 1092.9 km · driving distance
13h 22min estimated drive time
$65 - $80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
134° SE bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Detroit to Norfolk, Virginia is 522.1 miles (840.2 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located SE of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 679.1 miles, taking about 13h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Norfolk, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Norfolk, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 22min $65 - $80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 2min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~17h 23min $81–$238* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Norfolk, Virginia

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m 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 174 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM