Reston to Virginia Beach Oceanfront: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164 miles 263.9 km · straight line
216.7 miles actual route 348.7 km · driving distance
4h 21min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
153° SSE bearing direction

How far is Reston from Virginia Beach Oceanfront?

The distance from Reston to Virginia Beach Oceanfront is 164 miles (263.9 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach Oceanfront is located SSE of Reston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.7 miles, taking about 4h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Reston 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 Reston to Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 21min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 13min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 8min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Reston & Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Quick Facts

Reston
38.97°N, 77.34°W
America/New_York
100m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM