How far is Virginia Beach, VA from Portsmouth, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Virginia Beach and Portsmouth is 17.75 miles (28.57 km).
Flight distance from Virginia Beach, VA to Portsmouth, VA is 17.75 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Virginia Beach, Virginia to Portsmouth, Virginia is: 20.13 miles (32.4 km) by car.
Driving from Virginia Beach to Portsmouth will take approximately 00 hours 24 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Portsmouth
The most populous city in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is located on the Elizabeth River in southeastern Virginia. Portsmouth is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites
| Population | 95094 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°50'8"N 76°17'54"W |
| Latitude | 36.8354300 |
| Longitude | -76.2982700 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Portsmouth: High Street (-76.29827,36.835429)
Estimated Travel Time Between Virginia Beach and Portsmouth
The distance between Virginia Beach and Portsmouth is 32 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 21 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 Virginia Beach and Portsmouth. The current time is 02:48:16.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 40 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 2.69 liters (0.71 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Virginia Beach and Portsmouth.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Virginia Beach to Portsmouth is $2.36 (diesel $3.05).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $2.36 | $2.67 | $2.92 | $3.05 |
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 Virginia Beach and Portsmouth (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 Virginia Beach 220.47 miles (355 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Virginia Beach 196.89 miles (317 km)
Driving distance from Charlottesville, VA to Virginia Beach 177.35 miles (285 km)
