How to get to Norfolk, VA from Charlotte, NC

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Compare coach, train and flight for Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, while a flight costs an average of £475.

Distance: 448 km

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£133

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£475

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£52

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11h 22m

Average total duration

10h 52m

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8h 17m

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7h 47m

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5h 39m

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3h 39m

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2h 0m

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5h 5m

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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1.3 - 2.7kg

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Compare ways to travel from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA

Compare the available ways to get from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA is a coach with an average price of £52.

This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA:

A coach is £82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA costing on average £133.

A coach is £423 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA costing on average £475.

The fastest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 39m.

Other travel options to Norfolk, VA take longer:

Coach takes on average 8h 17m.

Train takes on average 11h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Charlotte, NC and Norfolk, VA including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £133 compared to roughly £52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£81. The journey takes 10h 52m versus 5h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA

How to get to Norfolk, VA from Charlotte, NC by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA

Travel to Norfolk, VA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Charlotte, NC and Norfolk, VA including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA is a coach with an average price of £52.

This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA:

A coach is £82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA costing on average £133.

A coach is £423 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA costing on average £475.

The fastest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 39m.

Other travel options to Norfolk, VA take longer:

Coach takes on average 8h 17m.

Train takes on average 11h 22m.

The Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA distance is approximately 448 km.
The average frequency per day from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA is:
  • Around 48 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Charlotte, NC and Norfolk, VA as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Douglas International Airport and arrive in Norfolk International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC and arrive in Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) and arrive in Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Norfolk, VA by coach.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Norfolk, VA by train.
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, psa airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Norfolk, VA by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA:
  • 6 direct flights per day with American Airlines, psa airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Norfolk, VA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Norfolk, VA, you can visit the MacArthur Memorial to learn about General Douglas MacArthur, enjoy dining and entertainment at the Waterside District, and explore the historic Ghent district. Take a harbour cruise for views of the skyline and naval base, or attend performances at the Virginia Opera or Symphony Orchestra. Key sights include Nauticus, the Norfolk Botanical Garden, the Chrysler Museum of Art, the Virginia Zoo, and the Hermitage Museum & Gardens.
To fully explore Norfolk, VA, a stay of three to four days is ideal. This allows ample time to visit key attractions like the USS Wisconsin, Norfolk Botanical Garden, and the Chrysler Museum of Art, while also enjoying the city's vibrant waterfront and cultural scene.

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