Newport to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

406.2 miles 653.7 km · straight line
534.1 miles actual route 859.6 km · driving distance
11h 46min estimated drive time
$51 - $63 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Newport from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Newport to Virginia Beach is 406.2 miles (653.7 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located SW of Newport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 534.1 miles, taking about 11h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Newport in Rhode Island and Virginia Beach in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Newport 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 Newport to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 46min $51 - $63 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 7min $43–$80* Budget
Train ~11h 11min $64–$187* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newport & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Newport
41.49°N, 71.31°W
America/New_York
9m 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 135 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM