How far is Virginia Beach, VA from Richmond, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Virginia Beach and Richmond is 94.86 miles (152.66 km).
Flight distance from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA is 94.86 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Virginia Beach to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Virginia Beach, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 108.43 miles (174.51 km) by car.
Driving from Virginia Beach to Richmond will take approximately 01 hours 48 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 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 |
Ending point in Richmond: Robert E. Lee Circle (-77.460437,37.553637)
Estimated Travel Time Between Virginia Beach and Richmond
The distance between Virginia Beach and Richmond is 175 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 56 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 Richmond. The current time is 03:32:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 42 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.48 liters (3.83 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Virginia Beach and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Virginia Beach to Richmond is $12.7 (diesel $16.42).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $12.7 | $14.4 | $15.75 | $16.42 |
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 Richmond (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)
