How far is Chesapeake, VA from Virginia Beach, VA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach is 16.59 miles (26.69 km).

Flight distance from Chesapeake, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is 16.59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Chesapeake, Virginia to Virginia Beach, Virginia is: 20.55 miles (33.08 km) by car.

Driving from Chesapeake to Virginia Beach will take approximately 00 hours 24 minutes.

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#1 Chesapeake

The second most populous city in Virginia. It is located on the Chesapeake Bay in southeastern Virginia. Chesapeake is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterfowl Museum.

Population 247011
GPS Coordinates 36°49'9"N 76°16'30"W
Latitude 36.8190400
Longitude -76.2749400
Altitude 3
Country United States
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#2 Virginia Beach

The most populous city in Virginia, Virginia Beach is a major center for tourism, military, and business. The city is home to the Atlantic Ocean, the Chesapeake Bay, and the Norfolk Naval Base. Virginia Beach is also home to a number of popular attractions, such as the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, and the Colonial National Historical Park.

Population 451231
GPS Coordinates 36°51'11"N 75°58'41"W
Latitude 36.8529300
Longitude -75.9779900
Altitude 3
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach

The distance between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach is 33 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 22 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach. The current time is 03:34:55.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 41 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 30 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 24 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 20 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 17 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 16 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 15 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.75 liters (0.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Chesapeake to Virginia Beach is $2.41 (diesel $3.11).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $2.41 $2.73 $2.99 $3.11

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.320 (Diesel $4.292) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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