How far is Richmond, VA from Chesapeake, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Richmond and Chesapeake is 82.67 miles (133.04 km).
Flight distance from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA is 82.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Richmond to Chesapeake with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Richmond, Virginia to Chesapeake, Virginia is: 95.99 miles (154.48 km) by car.
Driving from Richmond to Chesapeake will take approximately 01 hours 40 minutes.
#1 Richmond
The capital of Virginia. It is located on the James River in central Virginia. Richmond is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Edgar Allan Poe Museum.
| Population | 232226 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°33'14"N 77°27'37"W |
| Latitude | 37.5537600 |
| Longitude | -77.4602600 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Chesapeake: D Street (-76.275044,36.81897)
Estimated Travel Time Between Richmond and Chesapeake
The distance between Richmond and Chesapeake is 154 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 42 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 Richmond and Chesapeake. The current time is 06:53:15.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.82 liters (3.39 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Richmond and Chesapeake.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Richmond to Chesapeake is $11.25 (diesel $14.54).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $11.25 | $12.75 | $13.94 | $14.54 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Richmond 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
Driving distance from Ashburn, VA to Richmond 118.65 miles (191 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Richmond 95.08 miles (153 km)
