Indianapolis to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

571.5 miles 919.8 km · straight line
711.8 miles actual route 1145.5 km · driving distance
13h 41min estimated drive time
$69 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
108° ESE bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Indianapolis to Norfolk, Virginia is 571.5 miles (919.8 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located ESE of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 711.8 miles, taking about 13h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Norfolk, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 41min $69 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 25min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~17h 47min $85–$249* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Norfolk, Virginia

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m 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 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM