Nantucket to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Nantucket from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from Nantucket to Norfolk, Virginia is 451.4 miles (726.4 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located SW of Nantucket. By car, the driving distance is approximately 541.6 miles, taking about 10h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Nantucket in Massachusetts 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Nantucket 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.