Distance Guide
How far is Richmond from Norfolk?
The distance between Richmond, VA and Norfolk, VA is about 79 miles — roughly a 1 hr 26 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
79 mi
Drive time
1 hr 26 min
Midpoint
37.196°, -76.861°
Driving from Richmond to Norfolk
Most drivers cover the 79-mile route in about 1 hr 26 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 40 miles each instead of 79. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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