How far is Gloucester Point, VA from Chesapeake, VA?

The driving distance from Gloucester Point, VA to Chesapeake, VA is about 46.4 miles (74.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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
46.37 mi
00h 57m
Flight
32.45 mi
52.23 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
32.45 mi
Kilometers
52.23 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
46.37 mi
Kilometers
74.63 km
Drive Time
00h 57m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Chesapeake
Mon, May 25, 7:53 AM EDT
Return by in Gloucester Point
Mon, May 25, 8:50 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gloucester Point
2026-05-25T06:56
Arrive Chesapeake
Mon, May 25, 7:53 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 57m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:57 AM to 10:57 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:36 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gloucester Point
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
Hampton
VA

The second most populous city in Virginia.

From Gloucester Point
20.4 mi
00h 28m
To Chesapeake
25.9 mi
00h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Memorial Day

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, May 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph SW
Destination
83°F
Memorial Day

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, May 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Gloucester Point and Chesapeake.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gloucester Point and Chesapeake.

  1. 1

    Start on Greate Road

    147 m · 14 sec · Greate Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Lafayette Heights Drive

    113 m · 15 sec · Lafayette Heights Drive

  3. 3

    Turn left onto George Washington Memorial Highway

    826 ft · 20 sec · George Washington Memorial Highway

  4. 4

    Continue on Coleman Bridge

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Coleman Bridge

  5. 5

    Continue on George Washington Memorial Highway

    10.6 mi · 17 min · George Washington Memorial Highway

  6. 6

    Continue on J Clyde Morris Boulevard

    1.2 km · 1 min · J Clyde Morris Boulevard

  7. 7

    Take the exit straight toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk

    1821 ft · 44 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    10 mi · 13 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    104 m · 5 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway

  10. 10

    Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

    3.5 mi · 5 min · Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

  11. 11

    Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    6.7 mi · 9 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard

    1312 ft · 32 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto Chesapeake Boulevard

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Chesapeake Boulevard

  14. 14

    Turn straight

    41 m · 8 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Ballentine Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Ballentine Boulevard

  16. 16

    Turn right onto East Princess Anne Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · East Princess Anne Road

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Park Avenue

    3186 ft · 1 min · Park Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn left onto East Brambleton Avenue

    1692 ft · 58 sec · East Brambleton Avenue

  19. 19

    Continue on Campostella Road

    1.1 km · 2 min · Campostella Road

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Wilson Road

    1.2 km · 1 min · Wilson Road

  21. 21

    Continue on 22nd Street

    1606 ft · 27 sec · 22nd Street

  22. 22

    Continue on Poindexter Street

    1391 ft · 29 sec · Poindexter Street

  23. 23

    Turn right onto D Street

    126 m · 18 sec · D Street

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · D Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Gloucester Point and Chesapeake.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
24 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
51.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
George Washington Memorial Highway
10.8 mi · 23%
US 64 East
10.3 mi · 22%
Hampton Roads Beltway
6.8 mi · 15%
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi · 8%
Chesapeake Boulevard
2.11 mi · 5%
Coleman Bridge
1.14 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

George Washington Memorial Highway

Continue on George Washington Memorial Highway

10.6 mi · 00h 17m

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
00h 57m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14 mi
32.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hampton
00h 28m from Gloucester Point
Leave By
4:36 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gloucester Point and Showers And Thunderstorms near Chesapeake.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gloucester Point to Chesapeake?

The road trip is about 46.4 miles (74.6 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?

Hampton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.4 miles from Gloucester Point and 25.9 miles from Chesapeake.

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

The direct path is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 4:36 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.50 one way or $12.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Gloucester Point and Showers And Thunderstorms near Chesapeake.

Stop Ideas Near Hampton

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 Hampton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Chartreuse Bistro
Food stop 13.5 mi away

Chartreuse Bistro

Norfolk , VA
205 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 4.7/5 140 reviews Bistro,Bar,Bar & grill,Restaurant
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 5.7 mi away

City Hall Parking

Newport News , VA
101-199 24th St, Newport News, VA 23607
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews Parking lot
Smooth: A Skin & Waxing Boutique
Practical stop 13.5 mi away

Smooth: A Skin & Waxing Boutique

Norfolk , VA
215 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 4.8/5 235 reviews Waxing hair removal service,Beauty salon,Facial spa,Skin care clinic
A Goodwin for Portsmouth Mayor
Meeting point 14 mi away

A Goodwin for Portsmouth Mayor

Portsmouth , VA
900 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Rating 5.0/5 15 reviews City government office,City administration,Local government office,City Hall,Political party office

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Newport News station

9 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Norfolk

20 mi away
215 W York Street
BUS

Virginia Beach, Virginia

39 mi away
19th St. and Pacific Ave.
RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

42 mi away
468 North Boundary Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gloucester Point and Chesapeake. Straight-line distance: 32.45 mi (52.23 km).

Gloucester Point

#1 Gloucester Point

Census designated place

Population9,402
Coordinates37.2540300, -76.4968900
Altitude10
CountryUnited States
Chesapeake

#2 Chesapeake

The second most populous city in Virginia.

Population247,011
Coordinates36.8190400, -76.2749400
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: Greate Road (-76.496943, 37.254048)
End: D Street (-76.275044, 36.81897)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 75 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 32m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 55m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.64 gal
6.19 L · about $6.50
Round trip
$12.99
3.28 gal · 12.38 L
Estimated CO2
14.6 kg one way
Round trip: 29.1 kg / 64 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $6.50 $12.99
Mid-grade $4.43 $7.26 $14.53
Premium $4.78 $7.84 $15.67
Diesel $5.62 $9.22 $18.45

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 · May 25, 2026

There is no time difference between Gloucester Point and Chesapeake. The current time is 06:56:41.

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.