Jacksonville, North Carolina to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jacksonville, North Carolina from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Norfolk, Virginia is 158.4 miles (255 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located NNE of Jacksonville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 198.1 miles, taking about 3h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, North Carolina in North Carolina and Norfolk, Virginia in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jacksonville, North 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.