Virginia Beach Oceanfront to Wake Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

153.2 miles 246.5 km · straight line
196.4 miles actual route 316 km · driving distance
4h 5min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Virginia Beach Oceanfront from Wake Forest?

The distance from Virginia Beach Oceanfront to Wake Forest is 153.2 miles (246.5 km) as the crow flies. Wake Forest is located WSW of Virginia Beach Oceanfront. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.4 miles, taking about 4h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Virginia Beach Oceanfront in Virginia and Wake Forest in North Carolina.

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 Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Wake Forest. 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 Virginia Beach Oceanfront to Wake Forest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 5min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 54min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 53min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Virginia Beach Oceanfront & Wake Forest

Quick Facts

Virginia Beach Oceanfront
36.85°N, 75.98°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
Wake Forest
35.98°N, 78.51°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 162.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM