Skip to main content
US Trip Planner Logo
US Trip Planner

Trip from Berryville, VA to Norfolk, VA

Pin this trip

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 38m

Distance

217.1 mi

349 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 25m ★
6 AM
4h 39m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 48m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 4m
8 PM
4h 31m

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

Best Time Drive vs Fly
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Download GPX
town in Virginia, United States

Berryville, VA

Wikimedia Commons

Downtown Norfolk, VA, VA

Norfolk, VA

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

Spanning 217.1 miles across Virginia, this drive connects Berryville to the coastal hub of Norfolk in approximately 4 hours and 38 minutes. Because the trip is manageable in a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stop, though building in one break is recommended to keep you fresh. You’ll navigate a mix of US 17, I-64, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, making for a straightforward journey through the Southeast. Budgeting around $35 for fuel covers the essentials for this highway-focused transit. Whether you are heading toward the coast for business or leisure, this route offers a reliable path across the state. It is a practical, efficient way to reach your destination without the complexity of winding backroads.

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

108.6 miles from Berryville, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 17 80 mi 1h 38m
I 64 66.8 mi 1h 15m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway 13 mi 14m
James Madison Highway 11.6 mi 16m
Winchester Road 10.2 mi 16m
John Singleton Mosby Highway 6.5 mi 9m
Eastern Bypass 4.9 mi 6m
Hampton Roads Beltway 4.5 mi 6m
Longest stretch: US 17 — 80 mi, about 1h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

21 ft · 3 sec · this road
2

Turn right

172 ft · 20 sec
3

Turn left onto US 340

0.8 mi · 2 min · North Buckmarsh Street
4

Continue on US 340

2.7 mi · 3 min · Lord Fairfax Highway
5

Turn left onto VA 255

140 ft · 3 sec · Bishop Meade Highway
6

Continue on VA 255

2.1 mi · 3 min · Bishop Meade Road
7

Continue on VA 255

0.9 mi · 2 min · Bishop Meade Highway
8

At end of road, turn left onto VA 255

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Bishop Meade Road
9

Continue on VA 255

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bishop Meade Road
10

Turn left onto US 17; US 50

6.5 mi · 9 min · John Singleton Mosby Highway
11

Turn right onto US 17

7.8 mi · 13 min · Winchester Road
12

Keep slight left at fork onto US 17; VA 55

5.0 mi · 5 min · US 17; VA 55
Toward I 66 East, US 17 South, VA 55 East: Marshall, Fredericksburg Use the straight lane.
13

Take the exit onto US 17

0.3 mi · 32 sec · US 17
Toward US 17: Warrenton, Fredericksburg
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 17

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 17
15

Merge onto US 17

2.4 mi · 3 min · Winchester Road
16

Continue on US 17

6.5 mi · 8 min · James Madison Highway
17

Keep slight right at fork onto US 17

4.9 mi · 6 min · Eastern Bypass
Toward US 17 South: Fredericksburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Continue on US 15; US 17; US 29

5.1 mi · 7 min · James Madison Highway
19

Keep slight right at fork onto US 17

27 mi · 39 min · US 17
Toward US 17 South
20

Take the exit onto US 17

48 mi · 53 min · US 17
Toward I 95 South, US 17 South: Richmond Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

1.9 mi · 2 min
Exit 84A Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach Use the slight left / straight lanes.
22

Merge onto I 295

13 mi · 14 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

1.3 mi · 2 min
Exit 28A Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Merge onto I 64

67 mi · 1 hr 15 min · I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight left at fork onto I 64; US 60

342 ft · 5 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway
26

Continue on I 64; US 60

3.5 mi · 4 min · Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
27

Continue on I 64; US 60

4.4 mi · 5 min · Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Exit 276 Toward I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street Use the slight right lane.
29

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Creek Road Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
30

Turn straight onto US 460

3.1 mi · 7 min · Granby Street
Use the left lane.
31

Continue on US 460

446 ft · 9 sec · Church Street
32

Turn right onto US 460

1.2 mi · 2 min · Monticello Avenue
Use the right lane.
33

Continue on US 460

0.7 mi · 1 min · Saint Pauls Boulevard
Use the left lane.
34

Turn left onto East City Hall Avenue

158 ft · 9 sec · East City Hall Avenue
Use the left lane.
35

Arrive at destination

East City Hall Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour and 38-minute transit, plan your departure to avoid peak congestion on the major highways. Since you only have one planned stop on the itinerary, choose a location along the 80-mile US 17 stretch to refuel and stretch your legs before hitting the heavier traffic patterns of I-64. Keep your $35 fuel budget in mind, but consider carrying a small buffer for fluctuating prices near major urban centers. Flexibility is your biggest advantage on a drive of this length, allowing you to adjust your pace based on real-time traffic conditions. Staying alert during the long highway segments is key to a comfortable arrival in Norfolk.

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 108.6 miles from Berryville, VA, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80 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 48 miles or 1h 12m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 108.6 miles or 2h 28m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 46m

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

Before You Leave

+

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

+

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

+

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 Berryville, VA

This is one driving day of about 217.1 miles and 4h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Berryville, 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 US 17 for about 80 miles.

Where to Stop

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

census-designated place in Prince William County, Virginia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Woodbridge, VA

109 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

Woodbridge, VA to Norfolk, VA

171.7 mi · 3h 23m

Pacing Suggestions

Manassas, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashland, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 108.6 miles from Berryville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · final third

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Williamsburg, Virginia

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 1h to go 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17572580007

Visit website

The Ashby Inn & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Paris, Virginia

1.7 mi

Early Bird Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Quinton, Virginia

1.5 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Cafe Stella

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Norfolk, Virginia

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+17576250461

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17572580007

Visit website

The Ashby Inn & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Paris, Virginia

+15405923900

Visit website

Early Bird Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Quinton, Virginia

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+18042464145

Visit website

Castiglia's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15408917300

Visit website

Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar VA

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+15409934252

Visit website

FXBG Axes

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 5–10 pm

+15408992931

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 3 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+15407107025

Visit website

Juan's Mexican Cafe and Cantina

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17578775826

Visit website

Cafe Stella

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+17576250461

Visit website

Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17577553134

Visit website

Curitiba Art Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

Visit website

Dubai Girls Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18044001505

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Portsmouth, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Berryville, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Newport News, Virginia

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Virginia Welcome Center at Fredericksburg

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Fredericksburg, VA

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+15407868344

Visit website

Mill Point Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+17577276348

Visit website

Virginia Air & Space Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17577270900

Visit website

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Portsmouth, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17573938591

Visit website

Alum Spring Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15403721086

Fun Land of Fredericksburg

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 12–9 pm

+15403861351

Visit website

Virginia Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+17574412374

Visit website

Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15406933200

Visit website

Wishing Tree

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 21.7 and 211.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
21.7 mi into trip | ~36m in | US 17; VA 55

Keep slight left at fork onto US 17; VA 55 toward I 66 East, US 17 South, VA 55 East: Marshall, Fredericksburg

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

Use the straight lane. Toward I 66 East, US 17 South, VA 55 East: Mars...
8
120.6 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in

Take the exit toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 84A Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va B...
8
135.5 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in

Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 28A Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
8
211.6 mi into trip | ~4h 26m in

Take the exit toward I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 276 Toward I 564, US 460: Naval Base, Granby Street
9
211.8 mi into trip | ~4h 26m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Creek Road

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 460, VA 165: Granby Street, Little Cr...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.95 one way

$67.90 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $37.12 $74.24
premium $4.70 $40.18 $80.36
diesel $5.61 $47.93 $95.87

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 76 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 65.1 0 $22.80 $10.42
Efficient EV 54.3 0 $19.00 $8.68
EV Truck/SUV 86.8 1 $30.39 $13.89

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

25 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 20, 2026

Origin

Berryville, VA

Late night in Berryville on Tuesday

Local time

5:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Norfolk, VA

Late night in Norfolk on Tuesday

Local time

5:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

51°F

Woodbridge, VA

109 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

5 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

4h 38m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is defined by a highway-focused profile, with 68% of your time spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You should prepare for a consistent pace, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 80 miles along US 17. While the route maintains a steady flow, the character of the road shifts as you transition from inland corridors toward the coastal landscape. Expect a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers. By keeping to the major highways for the majority of the 217.1 miles, you can anticipate a predictable experience behind the wheel.

68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80 mi on US 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 17 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.7 miles in near US 17; VA 55.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 21 significant decision points across 217.1 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 21.7 miles (US 17; VA 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.

Between Berryville, VA and Norfolk, VA, road signs point toward Fredericksburg, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.

Fredericksburg

21.7 mi in | ~36m | via US 17; VA 55

Va Beach

120.6 mi in | ~2h 41m

Virginia Beach

135.5 mi in | ~2h 57m

About the Cities

Starting in Berryville, VA

Full guide →

Berryville is located in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley.

Arriving in Norfolk, VA

Full guide →

Norfolk is in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. It is a port city with a large Navy and shipping presence. But it is also known as a major cultural center, with world-class museums, opera, symphony, ballet and a vibrant arts community. The downtown area has experienced a major resurgence, with gourmet restaurants, shopping and attractions. Norfolk is one of the top cruise ports in the country.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 38m. Total distance: 217.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 80 miles on US 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 21.7 miles (US 17; VA 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Norfolk, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Continue From Norfolk, VA

Gate City, VA 440.5 mi · 8h 21m Honaker, VA 421.5 mi · 8h 11m Richlands, VA 416.5 mi · 7h 58m Adwolf, VA 378.2 mi · 7h 10m

More from Berryville, VA

East Hampton, VA 202.8 mi · 4h 17m Richmond, VA 129.8 mi · 2h 55m Alexandria, VA 71.7 mi · 1h 38m

More trips to Norfolk, VA

Appalachia, VA 462 mi Lebanon, VA 421.9 mi Raven, VA 418.3 mi Bristol, VA 415.4 mi Chilhowie, VA 382.1 mi Narrows, VA 328.1 mi
Escape planner: Berryville, VA Scenic drives in VA

Explore more options from Berryville, VA or browse trips ending in Norfolk, VA.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse VA road trips.