Origin
Warsaw, VA
Afternoon in Warsaw on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warsaw, VA to Virginia Beach, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
115.4 mi
186 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warsaw, VA
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Virginia Beach, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Warsaw, VA to Virginia Beach, VA covers 115.4 miles and takes about 2h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Richmond Road, South Water Lane, Wright Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.7 miles from Warsaw, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 115.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 13m drive with frequent turns across 115.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Richmond 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Warsaw, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is easy. At 2h 13m 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 Warsaw, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Richmond Road | — | — |
| South Water Lane | — | — |
| Wright Street | — | — |
| Tappahannock Boulevard | — | — |
| US 64 East | — | — |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | — | — |
| Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel | — | — |
| I 264 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Richmond Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warsaw, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
1
Start on the route
92 ft
·
12 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
115 ft
·
11 sec
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Richmond Road
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
West Richmond Road
4
Turn left onto South Water Lane
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
South Water Lane
5
Turn right onto Wright Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Wright Street
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Tappahannock Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Tappahannock Boulevard
7
Keep slight left
67 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
8
Take the exit straight toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
9
Merge slight left
10.0 mi
·
12 min
10
Keep slight left to continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
341 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
11
Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
12
Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 264 East, I 264 West: Va Beach, Downtown Norfolk, Portsmouth
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
I 264 East, I 264 West: Va Beach, Downtown Norfolk, Portsmouth
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East: Va Beach
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 264 East: Va Beach
15
Merge slight right onto Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
16
Continue on 21st Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
21st Street
17
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Arctic Avenue
18
Turn right onto 25th Street
456 ft
·
12 sec
·
25th Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 57.7 miles from Warsaw, VA, or about 1h 6m 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 25 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.7 miles or 1h 6m 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 49m
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 Warsaw, 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 Warsaw, VA
This is one driving day of about 115.4 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Warsaw, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.7 mi from Warsaw, VA · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.7 miles from Warsaw, 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
$18.05 one way
$36.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.73 | $39.46 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.36 | $42.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.48 | $50.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.12 | $5.54 |
| Efficient EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.10 | $4.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.16 | $7.39 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Virginia Beach, VA
Afternoon in Virginia Beach on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
17 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 13m 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 Warsaw, VA to Virginia Beach, VA covers 115.4 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Richmond Road, South Water Lane, Wright Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.7 miles from Warsaw, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.05 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.
The drive from Warsaw, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is easy. At 2h 13m 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 Warsaw, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Warsaw, VA to Virginia Beach, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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