Kernersville to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

216.4 miles 348.2 km · straight line
270.5 miles estimated 435.3 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
75° ENE bearing direction

How far is Kernersville from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Kernersville to Norfolk, Virginia is 216.4 miles (348.2 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located ENE of Kernersville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270.5 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Kernersville 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kernersville 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.

How to Get from Kernersville to Norfolk, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $32–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kernersville & Norfolk, Virginia

Quick Facts

Kernersville
36.12°N, 80.07°W
America/New_York
308m 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 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients