Jersey City to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jersey City from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Jersey City to Virginia Beach is 286.6 miles (461.3 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located SSW of Jersey City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353.1 miles, taking about 7h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Jersey City 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 Jersey City 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.