Driving from New York City to Norfolk
Norfolk lies 473 km (294 mi) south-west of New York City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 25 min without stops, over roughly 577 km (359 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| New York City | Norfolk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 8.8 million | 238,005 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
Where to book car hire from New York City to Norfolk
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Staying in Norfolk
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Common questions
How far is Norfolk from New York City?
473 km (294 mi) in a straight line, south-west of New York City; by road roughly 577 km (359 mi).
How long does it take to get from New York City to Norfolk by car?
About 6 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between New York City and Norfolk?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.