Greensboro to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

218.7 miles 351.9 km · straight line
254.5 miles actual route 409.6 km · driving distance
5h 15min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
75° ENE bearing direction

How far is Greensboro from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Greensboro to Virginia Beach is 218.7 miles (351.9 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located ENE of Greensboro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 254.5 miles, taking about 5h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Greensboro in North Carolina 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 15min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 18min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 59min $31–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Greensboro & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Greensboro
36.07°N, 79.79°W
America/New_York
270m 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 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM