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

221.5 miles 356.5 km · straight line
276.9 miles estimated 445.6 km · driving distance
5h 34min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
254° WSW bearing direction

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

The distance from Norfolk, Virginia to Thomasville, North Carolina is 221.5 miles (356.5 km) as the crow flies. Thomasville, North Carolina is located WSW of Norfolk, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 276.9 miles, taking about 5h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Norfolk, Virginia in Virginia and Thomasville, North Carolina in North Carolina.

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. 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 Norfolk, Virginia and Thomasville, North Carolina. 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 Norfolk, Virginia to Thomasville, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 34min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 41min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 17min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Norfolk, Virginia & Thomasville, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Norfolk, Virginia
36.85°N, 76.29°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
Thomasville, North Carolina
35.88°N, 80.08°W
America/New_York
259m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients