Rehoboth Beach to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.1 miles 222.3 km · straight line
166 miles actual route 267.2 km · driving distance
4h 13min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
201° SSW bearing direction

How far is Rehoboth Beach from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Rehoboth Beach to Virginia Beach is 138.1 miles (222.3 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located SSW of Rehoboth Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 166 miles, taking about 4h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Rehoboth Beach 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. 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. 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 Rehoboth Beach 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 Rehoboth Beach to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 13min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 4min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~4h 0min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rehoboth Beach & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Rehoboth Beach
38.72°N, 75.08°W
America/New_York
3m 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 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM