Virginia Beach to Williamsburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Virginia Beach from Williamsburg?

The distance from Virginia Beach to Williamsburg is 49.5 miles (79.7 km) as the crow flies. Williamsburg is located NW of Virginia Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 59.2 miles, taking about 1h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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. 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 and Williamsburg. 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.