Lexington, Kentucky to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Norfolk, Virginia is 458.1 miles (737.2 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located E of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 549.7 miles, taking about 11h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky 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 Lexington, Kentucky 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.