Bridgewater to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268.7 miles 432.4 km · straight line
340.8 miles actual route 548.5 km · driving distance
7h 36min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bridgewater from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Bridgewater to Virginia Beach is 268.7 miles (432.4 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located SSW of Bridgewater. By car, the driving distance is approximately 340.8 miles, taking about 7h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Bridgewater in New Jersey 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 36min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 7min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~7h 13min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgewater & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Bridgewater
40.60°N, 74.65°W
America/New_York
57m 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 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM