Origin
Chesapeake, VA
Evening in Chesapeake on Sunday
Local time
6:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesapeake, VA to Virginia Beach, VA
Drive Time
28m
Distance
19.1 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chesapeake, VA
Willians Huerta
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, this 19.1-mile trip is an efficient way to traverse the Southeast region of Virginia. Expect a brief 28-minute drive that serves perfectly as a one-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily utilize the Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway, supplemented by Campostella Road and Wilson Road to reach your destination. Budgeting about $3 for fuel makes this a highly economical commute for anyone moving between these two cities. Because the route is so short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to head out whenever you are ready. It is a straightforward, practical link between the two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
9.5 miles from Chesapeake, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 84% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 15.9 miles along the Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway. While the transition from local streets like Campostella Road into the expressway provides a change in pace, the overall character of the drive is functional and direct. You won't encounter a monotonous long-haul grind here, but rather a swift connection that prioritizes speed over winding backroads. Keep your eyes on the road as you transition between the expressway and local thoroughfares to ensure you stay on course.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway and Campostella Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 460; VA 166 / Poindexter Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 28m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 460; VA 166 / Poindexter Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 264 / Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 460; VA 166 / Poindexter Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 460; VA 166 / Poindexter Street
Navigation decision point
3
2.1 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 264 East: Virginia Beach
Navigation decision point
Toward I 264 East: Virginia Beach
5
2.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 264 / Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
Merge onto I 264 / Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
18.7 mi into trip
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~27m in
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Arctic Avenue
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
19 mi into trip
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~28m in
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25th Street
Turn right onto 25th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway | 15.9 mi | 21m |
| Campostella Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Wilson Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 21st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 22nd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Arctic Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Poindexter Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 25th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
— 15.9 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesapeake, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
1
Start on D Street
412 ft
·
22 sec
·
D Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Poindexter Street
3
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
22nd Street
4
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Campostella Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 264 East: Virginia Beach
7
Merge onto I 264
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on 21st Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
21st Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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Arctic Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto 25th Street
454 ft
·
12 sec
·
25th Street
11
Arrive at destination
25th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 28-minute hop, you have the advantage of total departure flexibility, though avoiding peak traffic hours on the expressway is always a smart move. Because the entire route is under 20 miles, you won't need to plan for any formal stops or rest breaks along the way. Your fuel costs will remain minimal at roughly $3, so you can easily top off your tank before you leave or once you arrive in Virginia Beach. A practical tip for this specific drive is to keep your GPS active as you switch between the Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway and Wilson Road, as these arterial transitions happen rapidly. Use this short window of time to enjoy the convenience of a fast, uncomplicated transit.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 9.5 miles from Chesapeake, VA, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19.1 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.5 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Virginia Beach, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chesapeake, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chesapeake, VA
This is one driving day of about 19.1 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chesapeake, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway for about 15.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.5 mi from Chesapeake, VA · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.5 miles from Chesapeake, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Virginia Beach, VA
The final approach into Virginia Beach, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Virginia Beach, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.06 one way
$6.11 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.33 | $6.66 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.59 | $7.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.24 | $8.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Virginia Beach, VA
Evening in Virginia Beach on Sunday
Local time
6:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
28m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chesapeake, VA to Virginia Beach, VA covers 19.1 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway, Campostella Road, Wilson Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Chesapeake, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 28m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 460; VA 166 / Poindexter Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 264 / Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Chesapeake, VA to Virginia Beach, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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