Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Virginia Beach Oceanfront: Road Trip Guide & Distance

220.8 miles 355.3 km · straight line
279 miles actual route 449 km · driving distance
6h 37min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
175° S bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from Virginia Beach Oceanfront?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Virginia Beach Oceanfront is 220.8 miles (355.3 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach Oceanfront is located S of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279 miles, taking about 6h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lancaster, Pennsylvania 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 37min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 56min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~6h 17min $33–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, Pennsylvania & Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Quick Facts

Lancaster, Pennsylvania
40.04°N, 76.31°W
America/New_York
119m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM