Trip from Norfolk, VA to Concord, VA

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

Drive Time

3h 59m

Distance

179.1 mi

288 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 47m ★

6 AM

4h 0m

8 AM

4h 26m

10 AM

4h 9m

12 PM

4h 6m

3 PM

4h 10m

5 PM

4h 25m

8 PM

3h 52m

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

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Concord, VA

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Trip Overview

This 179.1-mile drive from Norfolk, VA, to Concord, VA, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take just under 4 hours. You'll primarily travel along US 460, with portions on New Cox Road and West Colonial Trail Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $28 and only one recommended stop, this route offers a straightforward journey through Virginia's Southeast region. It's a practical option for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, not a monotonous interstate crawl.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

89.5 miles from Norfolk, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 460	79.8 mi	1h 51m
New Cox Road	23 mi	26m
West Colonial Trail Highway	13.1 mi	16m
Richmond Highway	10.8 mi	12m
Portsmouth Boulevard	8.2 mi	10m
East Colonial Trail	7.5 mi	11m
I 264	7.4 mi	11m
East Colonial Trail Road	6.9 mi	7m

Longest stretch: US 460 — 79.8 mi, about 1h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on East City Hall Avenue

122 ft · 2 sec · East City Hall Avenue

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward US 460 West, I 264 Toll West, I 464: Portsmouth

Merge onto I 264; US 460 ALT; VA 337

7.4 mi · 11 min · I 264; US 460 ALT; VA 337

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 47 sec

Toward I 664: Bowers Hill, Suffolk, Richmond Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 664

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 54 sec

Exit 13A-B Toward US 13, US 58, US 460, VA 191 North: Suffolk, Military Highway Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Continue on US 13; US 58; US 460

2.4 mi · 3 min · West Military Highway

Continue on US 13; US 58; US 460

8.2 mi · 10 min · Portsmouth Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 460

0.2 mi · 29 sec · US 460

Toward US 460: Petersburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 460

50 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US 460

Toward US 460 West: Petersburg, Albert G Horton Junior Memorial, Veterans Cemetery Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto SR 630

1.9 mi · 3 min · Rives Road

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward I 95 North

Merge onto I 95

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 95

Take the exit onto US 460

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 460

Toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackstone Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 85; US 460

6.0 mi · 7 min · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Take the exit onto US 460

0.2 mi · 25 sec · US 460

Exit 61 Toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg Use the slight right lane.

Continue on US 460

1.1 mi · 1 min · Airport Street

Continue on US 460

23 mi · 26 min · New Cox Road

Continue on US 460

4.3 mi · 5 min · East Colonial Trail Highway

Continue on US 460

6.9 mi · 7 min · East Colonial Trail Road

Continue on US 460

7.5 mi · 11 min · East Colonial Trail

Merge onto US 360; US 460

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Colonial Trail Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 460

12 mi · 14 min · West Colonial Trail Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 460

29 mi · 34 min · US 460

Keep slight right at fork onto US 460

11 mi · 12 min · Richmond Highway

Toward US 460 West: Lynchburg

Turn left onto VA 24

0.5 mi · 59 sec · Village Highway

Turn left onto SR 609

73 ft · 2 sec · Phoebe Pond Road

Arrive at destination

SR 609

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 59-minute duration, starting your trip in the morning will give you ample time to reach Concord, VA, without feeling rushed. While only one stop is suggested, consider breaking up the longest stretch of 79.8 miles on US 460 for a quick rest or to refuel, keeping your estimated $28 fuel cost in mind. This drive offers flexibility, so you can depart when it's most convenient for you. Pay attention to signage as you transition between US 460 and the other named roads to ensure you stay on track.

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 89.5 miles from Norfolk, VA, or about 2h 9m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.8 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 39 miles or 57m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 89.5 miles or 2h 9m 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 21m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, VA

This is one driving day of about 179.1 miles and 3h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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.

The longest stretch is on US 460 for about 79.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

independent city in Virginia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Colonial Heights, VA

90 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Suffolk, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Colonial Heights, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 89.5 miles from Norfolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 460 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.8 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 · around the midpoint

NuVegan Cafe Petersburg

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Petersburg, Virginia

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 1h 43m in / 2h 17m to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+18045045580

Rinkeydink Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Petersburg, Virginia

1.6 mi

Charley's Waterfront Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Farmville, Virginia

2.5 mi

Best coffee break · around the midpoint

CooL BeanZ Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Petersburg, Virginia

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 1h 43m in / 2h 17m to go 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18045908876

Visit website

Cafe Stella

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Norfolk, Virginia

1.5 mi

NuVegan Cafe Petersburg

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Petersburg, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+18045045580

Rinkeydink Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Petersburg, Virginia

Hours: 10:30 am–8:45 pm

+18048610230

Charley's Waterfront Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Farmville, Virginia

Hours: 12–10 pm

+14343921566

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv

Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18048949500

Visit website

Sundae's Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Crewe, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+14346457900

Visit website

CooL BeanZ Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Petersburg, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18045908876

Visit website

Cafe Stella

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+17576250461

Visit website

Gather Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Petersburg, Virginia

Visit website

Virginia Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Norfolk, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+17574412374

Visit website

The Exchange Building and Petersburg Visitors Center

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Petersburg, Virginia

+18048359630

Wishing Tree

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

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 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 7.6 and 82.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7.6 mi into trip | ~11m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 664: Bowers Hill, Suffolk, Richmond

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 664: Bowers Hill, Suffolk, Richmond

8.7 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward US 13, US 58, US 460, VA 191 North: Suffolk, Military Highway

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 13A-B Toward US 13, US 58, US 460, VA 191 North: Suff...

20.4 mi into trip | ~29m in | US 460

Keep slight right at fork onto US 460 toward US 460 West: Petersburg, Albert G Horton Junior Memorial, Veterans Cemetery

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 West: Petersburg, Albert G Horton...

75.9 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in | US 460

Take the exit onto US 460 toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackstone

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

Use the right lane. Toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackst...

82.5 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in | US 460

Take the exit onto US 460 toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg

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 61 Toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$28.01 one way

$56.01 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$30.62	$61.25
premium	$4.70	$33.15	$66.30
diesel	$5.61	$39.54	$79.09

Estimated Tolls: $0.42

Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike (6 mi) $0.42

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	53.7	$18.81	$8.60
Efficient EV	44.8	$15.67	$7.16
EV Truck/SUV	71.6	$25.07	$11.46

Gas CO2

63 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Norfolk, VA

Morning in Norfolk on Tuesday

Local time

6:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

93°F

Sunny

SW 14 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Concord, VA

Morning in Concord on Tuesday

Local time

6:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Colonial Heights, VA

90 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

43 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

3h 59m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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.

Petersburg National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 80.3

Park Closure: Eastern Front Tour Road south of Route 36 - Closed

View on nps.gov

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 166.7

View on nps.gov

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

View on nps.gov

Colonial National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that...

27 mi from route ~67 min detour $15 near mile 43.2

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

The road's character is a mix, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 79.8 miles on US 460, which forms the backbone of this drive. Expect a blend of faster highway driving and potentially more local road sections as you progress. This isn't a purely scenic byway, nor is it a constant interstate grind; it's a practical route designed for efficient travel between these two Virginia locations.

54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 79.8 mi on US 460.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 7.6 miles in.

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 20 significant decision points across 179.1 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 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles (US 460): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Norfolk, VA and Concord, VA, road signs point toward Albert G Horton Junior Memorial, Veterans Cemetery, Blackstone and Lynchburg.

Albert G Horton Junior Memorial

20.4 mi in | ~29m | via US 460

Veterans Cemetery

20.4 mi in | ~29m | via US 460

Blackstone

75.9 mi in | ~1h 52m | via US 460

Lynchburg

82.5 mi in | ~2h 1m | via US 460

About the Cities

Starting 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 3h 59m. Total distance: 179.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 79.8 miles on US 460. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.42 in tolls one way, starting with Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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 Concord, 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.

Yes — Petersburg National Battlefield, Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and Fort Monroe National Monument (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Concord, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Norfolk, VA to Concord, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

NuVegan Cafe Petersburg

CooL BeanZ Cafe

NuVegan Cafe Petersburg

Rinkeydink Cafe

Charley's Waterfront Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Sundae's Restaurant

CooL BeanZ Cafe

Cafe Stella

Gather Cafe

Ordnance Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

EVgo Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum

Historic Old Towne Petersburg

Virginia Zoo

The Exchange Building and Petersburg Visitors Center

Wishing Tree

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Norfolk, VA

Concord, VA

Same local time

43 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 59m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Petersburg National Battlefield

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

Fort Monroe National Monument

Colonial National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Norfolk, VA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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