Driveway paving time varies from project to project. A normal driveway typically takes from a half to full day, depending on the size and whether it has any new excavation included. The time involved to pave your driveway requires preparation of the base for the pavement to be applied. Factors like conditions of the base (whether it is wet or hard), weather forecast (ideal paving conditions are dry weather conditions over 40 degrees), and the homeowner's schedule are other variables that can affect how long the process will take.