Distance Guide
How far is Norfolk from Charlottesville?
The distance between Norfolk, VA and Charlottesville, VA is about 145 miles — roughly a 2 hr 38 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
145 mi
Drive time
2 hr 38 min
Midpoint
37.440°, -77.381°
Driving from Norfolk to Charlottesville
Most drivers cover the 145-mile route in about 2 hr 38 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 73 miles each instead of 145. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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