Trip from Gloucester Courthouse, VA to Virginia Beach, VA

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Drive Time

1h 34m

Distance

64.4 mi

104 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min

4 AM

1h 27m ★

6 AM

1h 34m

8 AM

1h 49m

10 AM

1h 39m

12 PM

1h 38m

3 PM

1h 40m

5 PM

1h 48m

8 PM

1h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Gloucester Courthouse, VA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 64.4 miles, this direct route from Gloucester Courthouse to Virginia Beach takes approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes to complete. Because the journey is short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the coast without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate through the Southeast region using a combination of the George Washington Memorial Highway, the Hampton Roads Beltway, and the Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway. With an estimated fuel cost of only $10, it is an affordable excursion for those looking to transition from the quiet of Gloucester to the vibrant atmosphere of Virginia Beach. Whether you are heading out for a quick getaway or a necessary commute, the straightforward nature of this drive makes it a manageable experience.

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

32.2 miles from Gloucester Courthouse, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This trip offers a mixed driving profile that transitions between local thoroughfares and major expressways. You will spend roughly 34 percent of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 21.6 miles along the George Washington Memorial Highway. Expect the character of the road to shift as you move from the more rural stretches near the start toward the busier, high-traffic corridors of the Hampton Roads area. The drive avoids the monotony of a purely interstate route by blending these varied road types, requiring you to stay alert as you transition from cruising speeds to the more complex interchanges of the beltway system.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

George Washington Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.3 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 64.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 25.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.6 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

25.3 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the exit toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk

25.6 mi into trip | ~41m in | I 64

Merge onto I 64

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

51 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward I 264 East, I 264 West: Va Beach, Downtown Norfolk, Portsmouth

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 284A Toward I 264 East, I 264 West: Va Beach, Downto...

51.2 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 264 East: Va Beach

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 264 East: Va Beach

64 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | Arctic Avenue

Turn left onto Arctic Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Gloucester Courthouse, VA and Virginia Beach, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Portsmouth.

Norfolk

25.3 mi in | ~41m

Portsmouth

51 mi in | ~1h 14m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
George Washington Memorial Highway	21.6 mi	33m
Hampton Roads Beltway	12 mi	15m
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway	11.8 mi	16m
I 64	10 mi	12m
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel	3.5 mi	4m
Main Street	1.5 mi	3m
Coleman Bridge	1.1 mi	1m
J Clyde Morris Boulevard	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: George Washington Memorial Highway — 21.6 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gloucester Courthouse, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.

Start on SR 1014

0.3 mi · 1 min · Botetourt Avenue

Turn right onto US 17 BUS; VA 14

1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street

Turn left onto US 17

11 mi · 16 min · George Washington Memorial Highway

Continue on US 17

1.1 mi · 1 min · Coleman Bridge

Continue on US 17

11 mi · 17 min · George Washington Memorial Highway

Continue on US 17

0.8 mi · 1 min · J Clyde Morris Boulevard

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk

Merge onto I 64

10.0 mi · 12 min · I 64

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 64; US 60

342 ft · 5 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway

Continue on I 64; US 60

3.5 mi · 4 min · Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

Continue on I 64; US 60

12 mi · 15 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec

Exit 284A Toward I 264 East, I 264 West: Va Beach, Downtown Norfolk, Portsmouth Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 264 East: Va Beach Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Merge onto I 264

12 mi · 16 min · Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway

Continue on 21st Street

0.4 mi · 54 sec · 21st Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto Arctic Avenue

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Arctic Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto 25th Street

454 ft · 12 sec · 25th Street

Arrive at destination

25th Street

Trip Plan

Given the 1 hour and 34 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should keep an eye on traffic patterns when navigating the Hampton Roads Beltway. Since there are no formal stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily complete the 64.4-mile trip in one push. Budgeting $10 for gas is a safe bet, but filling your tank before leaving Gloucester Courthouse is a smart way to avoid higher prices in more congested areas. Because the route is relatively short, use your departure time to your advantage by avoiding typical rush-hour peaks on the expressway to ensure a smoother, more consistent transit to your destination.

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 32.2 miles from Gloucester Courthouse, VA, or about 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.6 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 64.4 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 32.2 miles or 50m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Virginia Beach, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Gloucester Courthouse, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Gloucester Courthouse, VA

This is one driving day of about 64.4 miles and 1h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gloucester Courthouse, 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 George Washington Memorial Highway for about 21.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 32.2 mi from Gloucester Courthouse, VA · 50m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

32 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

Princess Anne, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Princess Anne, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from Gloucester Courthouse, 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

$10.07 one way

$20.14 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$11.01	$22.02
premium	$4.70	$11.92	$23.84
diesel	$5.61	$14.22	$28.44

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$35–$60

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	19.3	$6.76	$3.09
Efficient EV	16.1	$5.64	$2.58
EV Truck/SUV	25.8	$9.02	$4.12

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Gloucester Courthouse, VA

Morning in Gloucester Courthouse on Wednesday

Local time

7:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Virginia Beach, VA

Morning in Virginia Beach on Wednesday

Local time

7:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

86°F

Middletown, MD

32 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

1 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

1h 34m 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 Gloucester Courthouse, VA to Virginia Beach, VA covers 64.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are George Washington Memorial Highway, Hampton Roads Beltway, Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 32.2 miles from Gloucester Courthouse, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.07 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.

Between Gloucester Courthouse, VA and Virginia Beach, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Portsmouth.

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