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Norfolk to Roanoke by bus

Roanoke lies 328 km (204 mi) west of Norfolk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 6 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 400 km (249 mi) of road.

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NorfolkRoanoke
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population238,005100,011
Elevation15 m (49 ft)296 m (971 ft)
Time nowUTC-4 (America/New_York)UTC-4 (America/New_York)
Postal codes23501–2355124001–24050

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Common questions

How far is Roanoke from Norfolk?

328 km (204 mi) in a straight line, west of Norfolk; by road roughly 400 km (249 mi).

How long does it take to get from Norfolk to Roanoke by bus?

About 6 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Norfolk and Roanoke?

No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.