How far is Galax, VA from Chesapeake, VA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Galax and Chesapeake is 257.61 miles (414.59 km).

Flight distance from Galax, VA to Chesapeake, VA is 257.61 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 36 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 32 minutes to travel from Galax to Chesapeake with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Galax, Virginia to Chesapeake, Virginia is: 301.52 miles (485.25 km) by car.

Driving from Galax to Chesapeake will take approximately 05 hours 27 minutes.

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#1 Galax

Independent city in Virginia, United States

Population 6296
GPS Coordinates 36°39'40"N 80°55'26"W
Latitude 36.6612400
Longitude -80.9239700
Altitude 723
Country United States
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#2 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

Estimated Travel Time Between Galax and Chesapeake

The distance between Galax and Chesapeake is 485 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 23 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 Galax and Chesapeake. The current time is 22:54:32.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 10 hours 02 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 07 hours 32 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 06 hours 01 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 05 hours 01 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 04 hours 18 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 04 hours 01 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 45 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 40.28 liters (10.64 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Galax and Chesapeake.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Galax to Chesapeake is $35.32 (diesel $45.67).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $35.32 $40.04 $43.79 $45.67

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 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Galax and Chesapeake (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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Driving distance from Leesburg, VA to Galax 293.88 miles (473 km)

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Driving distance from Norfolk, VA to Galax 300.68 miles (484 km)

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