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Trip from Bassett, VA to Norfolk, VA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 16m

Distance

233.6 mi

376 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 3m ★
6 AM
5h 16m
8 AM
5h 43m
10 AM
5h 26m
12 PM
5h 23m
3 PM
5h 27m
5 PM
5h 42m
8 PM
5h 8m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census designated place in Henry County, Virginia, United States

Bassett, VA

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Downtown Norfolk, VA, VA

Norfolk, VA

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Trip Overview

This 238.7-mile journey from Bassett, Virginia, to Norfolk, Virginia, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 11 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $38, it's an affordable option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes local roads like County Road 673, Fairystone Parkway, and Fairystone Park Highway, offering a more engaged driving experience. Given its manageable length and the nature of the roads, this drive is best suited for travelers who prefer a hands-on approach to navigating rather than cruising on highways. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, so you'll experience consistent regional characteristics throughout your travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

116.8 miles from Bassett, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southampton Parkway 62.1 mi 1h 20m
Clarksville Bypass 22.9 mi 29m
Governor Harrison Parkway 22.5 mi 30m
Philpott Road 19.7 mi 25m
Bill Tuck Highway 18.8 mi 24m
US 58 14.5 mi 17m
A L Philpott Highway 9 mi 12m
Martinsville Highway 8.9 mi 11m
Longest stretch: Southampton Parkway — 62.1 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bassett, VA and Norfolk, VA.

1

Start on SR 673

265 ft · 13 sec · Sunset Drive
2

Turn right onto County Road 673

111 ft · 10 sec · County Road 673
3

Turn left onto VA 57

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Fairystone Parkway
4

Continue on VA 57

2.1 mi · 3 min · Fairystone Park Highway
5

Continue on VA 57

1.2 mi · 1 min · Fairy Stone Park Highway
6

Continue on US 220 BUS

4.0 mi · 6 min · North Virginia Avenue
7

Turn left onto Commonwealth Boulevard

2.2 mi · 3 min · Commonwealth Boulevard
8

Continue on VA 457

277 ft · 8 sec · Commonwealth Boulevard East
9

Turn right onto Fairy Street

116 ft · 5 sec · Fairy Street
10

Turn left onto Hooker Street

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Hooker Street
11

At end of road, turn left onto US 58 BUS; VA 57

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Church Street
12

Continue on US 58 BUS; VA 57

9.0 mi · 12 min · A L Philpott Highway
13

Continue on US 58

8.9 mi · 11 min · Martinsville Highway
14

Take the exit onto US 58

14 mi · 17 min · US 58
Toward US 58 East
15

Take the exit onto US 58

0.3 mi · 38 sec · US 58
Toward US 58 East, US 360 East: South Boston
16

Merge onto US 58; US 360

2.9 mi · 5 min · South Boston Road
Use the straight lane.
17

Continue on US 58; US 360

5.3 mi · 7 min · South Boston Highway
18

Continue on US 58; US 360

20 mi · 25 min · Philpott Road
19

Continue on US 58; US 360

19 mi · 24 min · Bill Tuck Highway
20

Continue on US 58; VA 49

3.6 mi · 4 min · Clarksville Bypass
Use the straight lane.
21

Keep slight right at fork onto US 58

19 mi · 24 min · Clarksville Bypass
Toward US 58 East: Boydton, South Hill
22

Continue on US 1; US 58

3.5 mi · 4 min · Highway 1
23

Continue on US 58

3.3 mi · 4 min · South Hill Bypass
24

Continue on US 58

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Atlantic Street
25

Continue on US 58

3.6 mi · 5 min · Highway 58
26

Continue on US 58

1.2 mi · 2 min · Piney Pond Road
27

Continue on US 58

23 mi · 30 min · Governor Harrison Parkway
28

Continue on US 58

6.4 mi · 8 min · Pleasant Shade Drive
29

Continue on US 58

5.1 mi · 6 min · West Atlantic Street
30

Continue on US 58

62 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Southampton Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Continue on US 13; US 58; US 460

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Military Highway
32

Take the exit onto US 13; US 460

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 13; US 460
Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
33

Keep slight left at fork onto US 13; US 460

0.4 mi · 56 sec · US 13; US 460
Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
34

Merge onto I 664; US 13; US 460

0.6 mi · 42 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway
35

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 15A Toward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk
36

Continue on I 264

7.2 mi · 11 min · I 264
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT

0.2 mi · 26 sec · US 460 ALT
Exit 9 Toward Waterside Drive, St Paul's Boulevard Use the slight left lane.
38

Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT

0.3 mi · 53 sec · US 460 ALT
Toward Saint Paul's Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39

Turn left onto Saint Pauls Boulevard

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Saint Pauls Boulevard
Use the left lane.
40

Turn left onto East City Hall Avenue

158 ft · 9 sec · East City Hall Avenue
Use the left lane.
41

Arrive at destination

East City Hall Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this drive is only 238.7 miles and takes about 4 hours and 11 minutes, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. With a fuel cost estimated at $38, ensure your tank is full before departing Bassett, VA, as there are no long highway stretches where gas stations are guaranteed to be frequent. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 'turn-heavy local drive' and stretch your legs, perhaps around the halfway point. Pay close attention to posted speed limits on County Road 673 and the other local roads, as they can vary significantly.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116.8 miles from Bassett, VA, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.1 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 51 miles or 1h 11m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 116.8 miles or 2h 36m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norfolk, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bassett, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bassett, VA

This is one driving day of about 233.6 miles and 5h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Bassett, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Southampton Parkway for about 62.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Virginia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lawrenceville, VA

117 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Lawrenceville, VA to Norfolk, VA

97.4 mi · 2h 13m

Pacing Suggestions

Reidsville, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lawrenceville, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 116.8 miles from Bassett, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southampton Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tae's Soul Food Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lawrenceville, Virginia

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 133.5

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+14348485136

Top Coffee Stop

Cafe Stella

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Norfolk, Virginia

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 233.6

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+17576250461

Visit website

Tae's Soul Food Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 133.5

Lawrenceville, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+14348485136

Kahill's Restaurant and pub

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 116.8

South Hill, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+14344476941

Visit website

Cafe Stella

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 233.6

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+17576250461

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 233.6

Portsmouth, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 233.6

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 233.6

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 66.7

South Boston, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 233.6

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 66.7

South Boston, Virginia

+14345757137

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 233.6

Chesapeake, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 233.6

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887174544

Visit website

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 233.6

Portsmouth, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17573938591

Visit website

Virginia Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 233.6

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+17574412374

Visit website

Wishing Tree

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 233.6

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Lake Meade Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 216.9

Suffolk, Virginia

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+17575147250

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 43.3 and 233.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
43.3 mi into trip | ~59m in | US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road

Merge onto US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
93.6 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in | US 58 / Clarksville Bypass

Keep slight right at fork onto US 58 / Clarksville Bypass toward US 58 East: Boydton, South Hill

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 58 East: Boydton, South Hill
6
223.9 mi into trip | ~5h in | US 13; US 460

Keep slight left at fork onto US 13; US 460 toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmout...
9
232.9 mi into trip | ~5h 14m in | US 460 ALT

Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT toward Waterside Drive, St Paul's Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Exit 9 Toward Waterside Drive, St Paul's Boulevard
8
233.1 mi into trip | ~5h 14m in | US 460 ALT

Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT toward Saint Paul's Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Saint Paul's Boulevard

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.53 one way

$73.06 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $39.94 $79.88
premium $4.70 $43.23 $86.47
diesel $5.61 $51.58 $103.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 81.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 70.1 0 $24.53 $11.21
Efficient EV 58.4 0 $20.44 $9.34
EV Truck/SUV 93.4 1 $32.70 $14.95

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bassett, VA

Late night in Bassett on Sunday

Local time

4:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Norfolk, VA

Late night in Norfolk on Sunday

Local time

4:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

60°F

Lawrenceville, VA

117 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

36 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 16m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Fort Monroe National Monument

Fort Monroe National Monument

National Monument

Fort Monroe's story spans from prehistory to the 2000s. Kecoughtan Indians occupied Old Point Comfort before the arrival of English colonists. The first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619. Those escapi...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour Free near mile 238.7
Park Closure: Road Closure and Fishing Pier Impact
View on nps.gov
Booker T Washington National Monument

Booker T Washington National Monument

National Monument

Booker T. Washington was born a slave in April 1856 on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs. After the Civil War, Washington became the first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial School. Later...

28 mi from route ~71 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 238.7-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of county roads and parkways, including County Road 673, Fairystone Parkway, and Fairystone Park Highway. Without any significant stretches of highway, the journey will likely feel more intimate and require your constant attention to navigation and speed adjustments. The lack of a longest uninterrupted stretch suggests a continuous series of turns and changes in road character, keeping you engaged behind the wheel for the full 4 hours and 11 minutes.

49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.1 mi on Southampton Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43.3 miles in near US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 233.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 43.3 miles (US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.6 miles (US 58 / Clarksville Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 223.9 miles (US 13; US 460): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Bassett, VA to Norfolk, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Hill along the way.

Hill

93.6 mi in | ~2h 6m | via US 58

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 16m. Total distance: 233.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 62.1 miles on Southampton Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Norfolk, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 43.3 miles (US 58; US 360 / South Boston Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.6 miles (US 58 / Clarksville Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 223.9 miles (US 13; US 460): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Fort Monroe National Monument and Booker T Washington National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Norfolk, VA before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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