Newark, Delaware to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

196 miles 315.4 km · straight line
236.4 miles actual route 380.4 km · driving distance
5h 27min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
184° S bearing direction

How far is Newark, Delaware from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Newark, Delaware to Virginia Beach is 196 miles (315.4 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located S of Newark, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 236.4 miles, taking about 5h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Newark, Delaware in Delaware 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. 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 Newark, Delaware 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 Newark, Delaware to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 27min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 32min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~5h 11min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newark, Delaware & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Newark, Delaware
39.68°N, 75.75°W
America/New_York
38m 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 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM