How to get to Charlotte, NC from Norfolk, VA

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 44m. 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 £51, while a flight costs an average of £466.

Distance: 448 km

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£122

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£466

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11h 18m

Average total duration

10h 48m

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9h 31m

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9h 1m

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5h 44m

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3h 44m

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5h 6m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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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 Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC

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

The cheapest way to travel from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC is a coach with an average price of £51.

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

A coach is £72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC costing on average £122.

A coach is £415 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC costing on average £466.

The fastest way to travel from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 44m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Coach takes on average 9h 31m.

Train takes on average 11h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Norfolk, VA and Charlotte, NC including taking a train, coach 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 £122 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£71. The journey takes 10h 48m versus 5h 6m 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 Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC

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

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

  • Greyhound ·
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  • American AirlinesAA2319
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  • Amtrak94 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian
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  • Amtrak94 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent
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  • UnitedUA4189 · UA3651
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  • UnitedUA1524 · UA3634
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  • UnitedUA3472 · UA3421
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FAQs: Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC

Travel to Charlotte, NC 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 Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC.

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There are 3 options to travel between Norfolk, VA and Charlotte, NC including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC is a coach with an average price of £51.

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

A coach is £72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC costing on average £122.

A coach is £415 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC costing on average £466.

The fastest way to travel from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 44m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Coach takes on average 9h 31m.

Train takes on average 11h 18m.

The Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC distance is approximately 448 km.
The average frequency per day from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC is:
  • Around 53 flights per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Norfolk International Airport and arrive in Douglas International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA and arrive in Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
  • Trains mostly depart from Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA and arrive in Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Charlotte, NC by coach.
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, psa airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Charlotte, NC by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Charlotte, NC by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC:
  • 7 direct flights per day with American Airlines, psa airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Boston, MA, Miami, FL, Orlando, FL, Chicago, IL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Charlotte, NC and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Norfolk, VA to Charlotte, NC, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Charlotte, NC, visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions and activities. Carowinds offers thrilling roller coasters and a water park, while the U.S. National Whitewater Center provides outdoor adventures like whitewater rafting and rock climbing. Explore NoDa, the historic arts and entertainment district, for galleries, music venues, and unique dining. Motorsport enthusiasts can visit Charlotte Motor Speedway for NASCAR races. For cultural experiences, the Billy Graham Library offers insights into the evangelist's life. Key sights include the interactive NASCAR Hall of Fame, Discovery Place Science with its hands-on exhibits and IMAX theatre, and the scenic Freedom Park. Art lovers will appreciate the Mint Museum Uptown, and the Levine Museum of the New South offers a deep dive into post-Civil War Southern history.
To fully experience Charlotte, NC, a stay of three to four days is generally recommended. This allows time to explore key attractions such as the NASCAR Hall of Fame, the Levine Museum of the New South, and the U.S. National Whitewater Center, as well as enjoy local dining and shopping experiences.

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