How far is Chesapeake, VA from Chincoteague, VA?
The driving distance from Chesapeake, VA to Chincoteague, VA is about 105.1 miles (169.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.3 miles (147 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 34m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chesapeake and Chincoteague.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesapeake and Chincoteague.
-
1
Start on D Street
126 m · 23 sec · D Street
-
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Poindexter Street
1391 ft · 28 sec · Poindexter Street
-
3
Continue on 22nd Street
1606 ft · 27 sec · 22nd Street
-
4
Continue on Wilson Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Wilson Road
-
5
Turn left onto Campostella Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Campostella Road
-
6
Take the ramp slight right toward I 264 East: Virginia Beach
1119 ft · 38 sec
-
7
Merge slight left onto Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
3.7 mi · 5 min · Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
-
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 64 West: Richmond, Norfolk International Airport
3134 ft · 1 min
-
9
Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Hampton Roads Beltway
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 13: Northampton Boulevard, Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
863 ft · 21 sec
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 13 North: Wesleyan Drive
107 m · 9 sec
-
12
Merge slight left onto Northampton Boulevard
4.9 mi · 7 min · Northampton Boulevard
-
13
Merge slight left onto Northampton Boulevard
1801 ft · 38 sec · Northampton Boulevard
-
14
Continue on Chesapeake Bay Bridge–Tunnel
17.7 mi · 24 min · Chesapeake Bay Bridge–Tunnel
-
15
Continue on Lankford Highway
59.6 mi · 1 hr 24 min · Lankford Highway
-
16
Turn right onto Thornton Road
1 mi · 3 min · Thornton Road
-
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto Atlantic Road
5.3 mi · 9 min · Atlantic Road
-
18
Turn right onto Chincoteague Road
7.4 mi · 10 min · Chincoteague Road
-
19
Turn right onto Main Street
2728 ft · 2 min · Main Street
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chesapeake and Chincoteague.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Lankford Highway
Continue on Lankford Highway
59.6 mi · 01h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Chesapeake and Sunny near Chincoteague.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chesapeake to Chincoteague?
The road trip is about 105.1 miles (169.2 km) and usually takes 02h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Eastville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.6 miles from Chesapeake and 52.6 miles from Chincoteague.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.3 miles (147 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.70 one way or $29.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chesapeake and Sunny near Chincoteague.
Stop Ideas Near Eastville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Eastville.
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Newport News station
Norfolk
Williamsburg Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chesapeake and Chincoteague. Straight-line distance: 91.36 mi (147.03 km).
#1 Chesapeake
The second most populous city in Virginia.
| Population | 247,011 |
| Coordinates | 36.8190400, -76.2749400 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chincoteague
Town of the United States
| Population | 2,866 |
| Coordinates | 37.9331800, -75.3788100 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chincoteague (-75.37881, 37.93318)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 169 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $14.70 | $29.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $16.43 | $32.86 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $17.73 | $35.45 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $20.87 | $41.73 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Virginia · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.