Richmond, Virginia to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

93.3 miles 150.1 km · straight line
107.2 miles actual route 172.5 km · driving distance
2h 10min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
120° ESE bearing direction

How far is Richmond, Virginia from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Richmond, Virginia to Virginia Beach is 93.3 miles (150.1 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located ESE of Richmond, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 107.2 miles, taking about 2h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Richmond, Virginia 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 Richmond, Virginia to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 10min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 36min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Richmond, Virginia & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Richmond, Virginia
37.54°N, 77.44°W
America/New_York
63m 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 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 267 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM