Origin
Crewe, VA
Night in Crewe on Wednesday
Local time
11:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crewe, VA to Virginia Beach, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
138.5 mi
223 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crewe, VA
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Virginia Beach, VA
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Trip Overview
This 138.5-mile drive from Crewe, VA to Virginia Beach, VA takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes and is best suited as a 1-day trip. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with no highway driving involved, making it a turn-heavy experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is $22. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a straightforward path to the coast. Given its manageable length, it’s an easy drive to complete in a single day without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.3 miles from Crewe, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. You'll be following roads like East Courthouse Road and East Colonial Trail Highway, which means frequent turns and a more engaged driving experience. There isn't a longest uninterrupted stretch specified, indicating a continuous series of local roads rather than long, straightaways. The journey will feel like a true local exploration rather than a high-speed transit, requiring your attention to navigation throughout.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Courthouse Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Crewe, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is easy. At 2h 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crewe, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Courthouse Road | — | — |
| East Colonial Trail Highway | — | — |
| New Cox Road | — | — |
| Airport Street | — | — |
| I 85 North | — | — |
| Wythe Street | — | — |
| US 301 South | — | — |
| East Wythe Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Courthouse Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crewe, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
1
Start on East Virginia Avenue
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Virginia Avenue
2
Continue on East Courthouse Road
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
East Courthouse Road
3
Continue on East Colonial Trail Highway
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
East Colonial Trail Highway
4
Continue on New Cox Road
23 mi
·
28 min
·
New Cox Road
5
Continue on Airport Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Airport Street
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 85 North, I 95 North, US 460 East: Petersburg, Norfolk
7.1 mi
·
9 min
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I 85 North, I 95 North, US 460 East: Petersburg, Norfolk
7
Take the exit slight right toward Wythe Street, Washigton Street, Historic Old Towne Petersburg
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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Wythe Street, Washigton Street, Historic Old Towne Petersburg
8
Keep slight right to continue on US 301 South: Wythe Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 301 South: Wythe Street
9
Merge slight left onto East Wythe Street
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Wythe Street
10
Continue on East Washington Street
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Washington Street
11
Continue on Oaklawn Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Oaklawn Boulevard
12
Continue on Winston Churchill Drive
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Winston Churchill Drive
13
Turn right onto East Randolph Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Randolph Road
14
Continue on James River Drive
15 mi
·
19 min
·
James River Drive
15
Continue on Colonial Trail West
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Colonial Trail West
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto Rolfe Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rolfe Highway
17
Take the exit right
148 ft
·
6 sec
18
Merge slight left onto Colonial Trail East
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Colonial Trail East
19
Continue on Old Stage Highway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Old Stage Highway
20
Keep slight left to continue on Brewers Neck Boulevard
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Brewers Neck Boulevard
21
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
22
Merge slight left onto Carrollton Boulevard
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Carrollton Boulevard
23
Continue on Bridge Road
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Bridge Road
24
Keep slight right to continue on Western Freeway
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Western Freeway
25
Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King Freeway
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
·
Martin Luther King Freeway
26
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Freeway
0.7 mi
·
42 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Freeway
27
Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East: Norfolk
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 264 East: Norfolk
28
Merge slight left
2.7 mi
·
4 min
29
Keep slight right
17 mi
·
23 min
30
Continue on 21st Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
21st Street
31
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Arctic Avenue
32
Turn right onto 25th Street
456 ft
·
12 sec
·
25th Street
33
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 2 hour and 31 minute drive, consider leaving Crewe in the morning to allow ample time in Virginia Beach. Since it's a 1-day trip covering 138.5 miles, you have flexibility with your timing and can afford to make a stop or two if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $22, and be prepared for the numerous turns indicated by the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. A specific tip for this route: since you're not on major highways, pay close attention to road signs as you approach Virginia Beach to ensure you're on the most direct path.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.3 miles from Crewe, VA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
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 30 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.3 miles or 1h 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 2h 3m
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 Crewe, 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 Crewe, VA
This is one driving day of about 138.5 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Crewe, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.3 mi from Crewe, VA · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.3 miles from Crewe, 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
$21.66 one way
$43.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.68 | $47.36 |
| premium | $4.70 | $25.63 | $51.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.58 | $61.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.54 | $6.65 |
| Efficient EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.12 | $5.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.39 | $8.86 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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
Night in Virginia Beach on Wednesday
Local time
11:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
88°F
Waverly, VA
69 mi in
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 31m 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 Crewe, VA to Virginia Beach, VA covers 138.5 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Courthouse Road, East Colonial Trail Highway, New Cox Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.3 miles from Crewe, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.66 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Crewe, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is easy. At 2h 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crewe, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Crewe, VA to Virginia Beach, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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