How far is Alexandria, VA from Portsmouth, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Alexandria and Portsmouth is 142.07 miles (228.65 km).
Flight distance from Alexandria, VA to Portsmouth, VA is 142.07 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Alexandria to Portsmouth with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Alexandria, Virginia to Portsmouth, Virginia is: 195.71 miles (314.97 km) by car.
Driving from Alexandria to Portsmouth will take approximately 03 hours 07 minutes.
#1 Alexandria
A city in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Alexandria is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art.
| Population | 158726 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°48'17"N 77°2'49"W |
| Latitude | 38.8048400 |
| Longitude | -77.0469200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Portsmouth
The most populous city in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is located on the Elizabeth River in southeastern Virginia. Portsmouth is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites
| Population | 95094 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°50'8"N 76°17'54"W |
| Latitude | 36.8354300 |
| Longitude | -76.2982700 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Portsmouth: High Street (-76.29827,36.835429)
Estimated Travel Time Between Alexandria and Portsmouth
The distance between Alexandria and Portsmouth is 315 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 29 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 Alexandria and Portsmouth. The current time is 13:00:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 31 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 53 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 54 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.14 liters (6.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Alexandria and Portsmouth.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Alexandria to Portsmouth is $22.93 (diesel $29.64).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $22.93 | $25.99 | $28.43 | $29.64 |
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 April 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Alexandria and Portsmouth (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 Alexandria 38.99 miles (63 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Alexandria 14.57 miles (23 km)
