Laurel, Maryland to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

158.3 miles 254.8 km · straight line
197.9 miles estimated 318.5 km · driving distance
3h 59min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
169° SSE bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Maryland from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Laurel, Maryland to Norfolk, Virginia is 158.3 miles (254.8 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located SSE of Laurel, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 197.9 miles, taking about 3h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Maryland in Maryland 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 Laurel, Maryland 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 Laurel, Maryland to Norfolk, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 59min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 47min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 47min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Maryland & Norfolk, Virginia

Quick Facts

Laurel, Maryland
39.10°N, 76.85°W
America/New_York
51m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 157.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients