Annapolis to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.5 miles 240.6 km · straight line
240.8 miles actual route 387.6 km · driving distance
4h 50min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
169° S bearing direction

How far is Annapolis from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Annapolis to Virginia Beach is 149.5 miles (240.6 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located S of Annapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 240.8 miles, taking about 4h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Annapolis in Maryland and Virginia Beach in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Annapolis and Virginia Beach. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Annapolis to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 50min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 48min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 36min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Annapolis & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Annapolis
38.98°N, 76.49°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Virginia Beach
36.85°N, 75.98°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM