Gaithersburg to Virginia Beach Oceanfront: Road Trip Guide & Distance

171.7 miles 276.3 km · straight line
225.7 miles actual route 363.3 km · driving distance
4h 30min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Gaithersburg from Virginia Beach Oceanfront?

The distance from Gaithersburg to Virginia Beach Oceanfront is 171.7 miles (276.3 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach Oceanfront is located SSE of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 225.7 miles, taking about 4h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and Virginia Beach Oceanfront 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. 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 Gaithersburg and Virginia Beach Oceanfront. 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 Gaithersburg to Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 30min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 24min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 17min $27–$79* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gaithersburg & Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Quick Facts

Gaithersburg
39.14°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
153m elevation
Virginia Beach Oceanfront
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 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 145 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM