How far is Chesapeake, VA from Richmond, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Chesapeake and Richmond is 82.67 miles (133.04 km).
Flight distance from Chesapeake, VA to Richmond, VA is 82.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Chesapeake to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Chesapeake, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 101.75 miles (163.74 km) by car.
Driving from Chesapeake to Richmond will take approximately 01 hours 41 minutes.
#1 Chesapeake
The second most populous city in Virginia. It is located on the Chesapeake Bay in southeastern Virginia. Chesapeake is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterfowl Museum.
| Population | 247011 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°49'9"N 76°16'30"W |
| Latitude | 36.8190400 |
| Longitude | -76.2749400 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richmond
The capital of Virginia. It is located on the James River in central Virginia. Richmond is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Edgar Allan Poe Museum.
| Population | 232226 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°33'14"N 77°27'37"W |
| Latitude | 37.5537600 |
| Longitude | -77.4602600 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Richmond: Robert E. Lee Circle (-77.460437,37.553637)
Estimated Travel Time Between Chesapeake and Richmond
The distance between Chesapeake and Richmond is 164 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 49 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 Chesapeake and Richmond. The current time is 22:26:04.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 23 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 32 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 41 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.59 liters (3.59 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Chesapeake and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Chesapeake to Richmond is $11.92 (diesel $15.41).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $11.92 | $13.51 | $14.78 | $15.41 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Chesapeake and Richmond (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 Chesapeake 207.39 miles (334 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Chesapeake 190.2 miles (306 km)
