Germantown, Maryland to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Germantown, Maryland from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Germantown, Maryland to Virginia Beach is 175.1 miles (281.8 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located SSE of Germantown, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 230.1 miles, taking about 4h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Germantown, Maryland 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. 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 Germantown, Maryland 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.