Gastonia to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gastonia from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Gastonia to Norfolk, Virginia is 294.9 miles (474.6 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located ENE of Gastonia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 368.7 miles, taking about 7h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Gastonia in North 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 Gastonia 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.