Spanning 217.6 miles across Virginia, this trip from Norfolk to Berryville takes approximately 4 hours and 39 minutes to complete. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you should budget about $35 for fuel. While it is technically possible to finish this drive in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the path makes it a focused experience. You will be traveling entirely within the Southeast region, transitioning from the coastal environment of Norfolk toward the interior. Whether you view this as a quick getaway or a necessary transit, plan for a full day of driving to ensure you arrive comfortably.
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
108.8 miles from Norfolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
VA 337
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Tidewater Drive
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Hampton Roads Beltway
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I 295
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I 295 North
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Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
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I 95 North
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US 17
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk, VA and Berryville, VA.
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Start on East City Hall Avenue
0.4 mi·43 sec·East City Hall Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on VA 337: Tidewater Drive
0.1 mi·28 sec·VA 337: Tidewater Drive
3
Merge slight left onto Tidewater Drive
4.6 mi·10 min·Tidewater Drive
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Turn left
0.2 mi·28 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway
15 mi·20 min·Hampton Roads Beltway
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Keep slight left
61 mi·1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
0.5 mi·32 sec·I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
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Keep slight right to continue on I 295 North: Washington
1.3 mi·2 min·I 295 North: Washington
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Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
12 mi·12 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North: Washington
2.4 mi·2 min·I 95 North: Washington
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Merge slight right
46 mi·49 min
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Keep slight right
1.6 mi·1 min
13
Keep slight right to continue on US 17 Business: Falmouth
0.3 mi·42 sec·US 17 Business: Falmouth
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Turn left onto Warrenton Road
23 mi·33 min·Warrenton Road
15
Continue on Marsh Road
4.2 mi·7 min·Marsh Road
16
Turn right onto James Madison Highway
4.6 mi·6 min·James Madison Highway
17
Continue on Eastern Bypass
2.4 mi·3 min·Eastern Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on Eastern Bypass
2.3 mi·3 min·Eastern Bypass
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Continue on James Madison Highway
6.7 mi·9 min·James Madison Highway
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Continue on Winchester Road
2.7 mi·3 min·Winchester Road
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Turn left
4.8 mi·5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 17 North: Delaplane, Paris
8.1 mi·13 min·US 17 North: Delaplane, Paris
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At the end of the road, turn left onto John Singleton Mosby Highway
6.5 mi·9 min·John Singleton Mosby Highway
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Turn right onto Bishop Meade Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Bishop Meade Road
25
Turn right onto Bishop Meade Highway
0.9 mi·2 min·Bishop Meade Highway
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Continue on Bishop Meade Road
2.1 mi·3 min·Bishop Meade Road
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Turn right onto Lord Fairfax Highway
2.7 mi·3 min·Lord Fairfax Highway
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Continue on South Buckmarsh Street
0.8 mi·2 min·South Buckmarsh Street
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Turn right
82 ft·6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 217.6-mile journey on local roads, hitting the road early is your best strategy to avoid mid-day traffic congestion. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous turning can be more fatiguing than a straight highway sprint. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the stop-and-go nature of local roads can impact your expected $35 fuel budget. Because there is no single long-distance stretch to settle into, focus on maintaining a steady, patient rhythm throughout the trip. Being flexible with your departure time will give you a significant advantage in navigating the more complex sections of the drive.
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 108.8 miles from Norfolk, VA, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
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 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.8 miles or 2h 19m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berryville, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 217.6 miles and 4h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Norfolk, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.03 one way
$68.06 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$37.21
$74.41
premium
$4.70
$40.27
$80.55
diesel
$5.61
$48.04
$96.09
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: 76.1 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
65.3
0
$22.85
$10.44
Efficient EV
54.4
0
$19.04
$8.70
EV Truck/SUV
87
1
$30.46
$13.93
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 18, 2026
Origin
Norfolk, VA
Night
in Norfolk on Saturday
Local time
11:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Berryville, VA
Night
in Berryville on Saturday
Local time
11:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Ashland, 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
35 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 39m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a hands-on driving experience, as this route is defined by its turn-heavy local character rather than high-speed interstate cruising. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend your time navigating local infrastructure like VA 337, Tidewater Drive, and the Hampton Roads Beltway. The road demands constant attention, offering a departure from the monotonous flow of typical highway travel. You will find that the route's personality shifts from urban transit to intricate, technical local driving as you progress. Prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace that requires you to stay alert at every intersection and turn.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: VA 337.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 39m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Norfolk, VA to Berryville, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 39m. Total distance: 217.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Norfolk, VA to Berryville, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 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 Berryville, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
