Fredericksburg to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

128.9 miles 207.5 km · straight line
158 miles actual route 254.2 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
141° SE bearing direction

How far is Fredericksburg from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Fredericksburg to Virginia Beach is 128.9 miles (207.5 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located SE of Fredericksburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 158 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 48min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fredericksburg & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Fredericksburg
38.30°N, 77.46°W
America/New_York
15m 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 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 193.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM