How far is Chesterfield Court House, VA from Virginia Beach, VA?

The driving distance from Chesterfield Court House, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 91.6 miles (147.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
112.08 mi
02h 07m
Flight
91.6 mi
147.41 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
91.6 mi
Kilometers
147.41 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
112.08 mi
Kilometers
180.38 km
Drive Time
02h 07m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Virginia Beach
Thu, Apr 30, 1:51 PM EDT
Return by in Chesterfield Court House
Thu, Apr 30, 3:59 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Chesterfield Court House
2026-04-30T11:44
Arrive Virginia Beach
Thu, Apr 30, 1:51 PM EDT
Route Timing
02h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:07 AM to 12:07 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:16 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Chesterfield Court House
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Williamsburg
VA

Independent city in Virginia, United States

From Chesterfield Court House
58.7 mi
01h 03m
To Virginia Beach
53.3 mi
01h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
71°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 13 mph NW
Destination
71°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 to 17 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Chesterfield Court House and Virginia Beach.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield Court House and Virginia Beach.

  1. 1

    Start on Mimms Loop

    527 ft · 29 sec · Mimms Loop

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Mimms Drive

    77 m · 7 sec · Mimms Drive

  3. 3

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mimms Drive

    50 m · 4 sec · Mimms Drive

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout onto Mimms Drive

    989 ft · 29 sec · Mimms Drive

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Lori Road

    1843 ft · 56 sec · Lori Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Frith Lane

    558 ft · 17 sec · Frith Lane

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Iron Bridge Road

    5.2 mi · 9 min · Iron Bridge Road

  8. 8

    Take the ramp slight right toward VA 150 South: Chippenham Parkway

    1129 ft · 28 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Chippenham Parkway

    2.7 mi · 3 min · Chippenham Parkway

  10. 10

    Continue on Pocahontas Parkway

    8.1 mi · 10 min · Pocahontas Parkway

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 295 North: Washington

    2279 ft · 56 sec

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    1863 ft · 46 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

    2.1 mi · 2 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward I 64, US 60: Norfolk, Richmond, Richmond International Airport

    1777 ft · 43 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on I 64, US 60 West: Norfolk, Richmond, Seven Pines

    1942 ft · 47 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on I 64: Richmond, Norfolk

    2052 ft · 50 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight right to continue on I 64 East: Norfolk

    1.3 km · 2 min

  18. 18

    Merge slight left

    66.8 mi · 1 hr 15 min

  19. 19

    Keep slight left to continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    104 m · 5 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway

  20. 20

    Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

    3.5 mi · 5 min · Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

  21. 21

    Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    11.9 mi · 15 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  22. 22

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

    914 ft · 14 sec

  23. 23

    Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East: Va Beach

    3229 ft · 1 min

  24. 24

    Merge slight right onto Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway

    11.8 mi · 16 min · Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway

  25. 25

    Continue on 21st Street

    2247 ft · 54 sec · 21st Street

  26. 26

    Turn left onto Arctic Avenue

    1553 ft · 46 sec · Arctic Avenue

  27. 27

    Turn right onto 25th Street

    139 m · 12 sec · 25th Street

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 25th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Chesterfield Court House and Virginia Beach.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
28 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
4 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 64 East
67.7 mi · 60%
Hampton Roads Beltway
12 mi · 11%
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
11.8 mi · 11%
Pocahontas Parkway
8.11 mi · 7%
Iron Bridge Road
5.23 mi · 5%
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

I 64 East

Merge slight left

66.8 mi · 01h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.5 mi
91.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Williamsburg
01h 03m from Chesterfield Court House
Leave By
2:16 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Chesterfield Court House and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Virginia Beach.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Chesterfield Court House to Virginia Beach?

The road trip is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?

Williamsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.7 miles from Chesterfield Court House and 53.3 miles from Virginia Beach.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 91.6 miles (147.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 2:16 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.65 one way or $31.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Chesterfield Court House and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Virginia Beach.

Stop Ideas Near Williamsburg

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Williamsburg and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 3.5 mi away

James City County

Williamsburg
County government office,Service establishment
James City County Government Center
Meeting point 4 mi away

James City County Government Center

Williamsburg , VA
101 Mounts Bay Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Rating 2.3/5 3 reviews Municipal administration office,Economic development agency,Local government office,County government office,Municipal Department Communication,Municipal Department Finance,Municipal Department of Tourism
Legacy Hall
Nearby stop 3.6 mi away

Legacy Hall

Williamsburg , VA
4301 New Town Ave, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Rating 4.5/5 37 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Williamsburg.

RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

1 mi away
468 North Boundary Street
RAIL

Newport News station

36 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Norfolk

59 mi away
215 W York Street
RAIL

Petersburg station

64 mi away
3516 South Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Chesterfield Court House and Virginia Beach. Straight-line distance: 91.6 mi (147.41 km).

Chesterfield Court House

#1 Chesterfield Court House

Census designated place in Virginia, USA

Population3,808
Coordinates37.3770900, -77.5049900
Altitude60
CountryUnited States
Virginia Beach

#2 Virginia Beach

The most populous city in Virginia, Virginia Beach is a major center for tourism, military, and business.

Population451,231
Coordinates36.8529300, -75.9779900
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: Mimms Loop (-77.505011, 37.376987)
End: 25th Street (-75.978053, 36.853161)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 180 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 14m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 23m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.95 gal
14.97 L · about $15.65
Round trip
$31.29
7.9 gal · 29.94 L
Estimated CO2
35.1 kg one way
Round trip: 70.2 kg / 155 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $15.65 $31.29
Mid-grade $4.43 $17.49 $34.99
Premium $4.78 $18.87 $37.75
Diesel $5.62 $22.21 $44.43

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 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Chesterfield Court House and Virginia Beach. The current time is 11:44:23.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.