Kannapolis to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275.6 miles 443.6 km · straight line
318.9 miles actual route 513.2 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
69° ENE bearing direction

How far is Kannapolis from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Kannapolis to Virginia Beach is 275.6 miles (443.6 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located ENE of Kannapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.9 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kannapolis & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Kannapolis
35.49°N, 80.62°W
America/New_York
244m 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 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM