How far is Rushmere, VA from Virginia Beach, VA?

The driving distance from Rushmere, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is about 52.3 miles (84.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 41.3 miles (66.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
52.28 mi
01h 02m
Flight
41.29 mi
66.45 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
41.29 mi
Kilometers
66.45 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
52.28 mi
Kilometers
84.14 km
Drive Time
01h 02m

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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 01h 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Virginia Beach
Thu, Apr 23, 8:39 AM EDT
Return by in Rushmere
Thu, Apr 23, 9:41 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rushmere
2026-04-23T07:36
Arrive Virginia Beach
Thu, Apr 23, 8:39 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:03 AM to 11:03 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:24 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Rushmere
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
Portsmouth Heights
VA

A census-designated place in Newport News, Virginia.

From Rushmere
26.1 mi
00h 31m
To Virginia Beach
26.2 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph N
Destination
76°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Rushmere and Virginia Beach.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rushmere and Virginia Beach.

  1. 1

    Start on Fergusons Wharf Way

    29 m · 8 sec · Fergusons Wharf Way

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Old Stage Highway

    10.7 mi · 14 min · Old Stage Highway

  3. 3

    Keep slight left to continue on Brewers Neck Boulevard

    2.8 mi · 4 min · Brewers Neck Boulevard

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right

    713 ft · 20 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Carrollton Boulevard

    2.3 mi · 3 min · Carrollton Boulevard

  6. 6

    Continue on Bridge Road

    6.2 mi · 11 min · Bridge Road

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Western Freeway

    7.4 mi · 10 min · Western Freeway

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King Freeway

    1.1 km · 46 sec · Martin Luther King Freeway

  9. 9

    Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Freeway

    1 km · 42 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Freeway

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East: Norfolk

    2572 ft · 1 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    2.7 mi · 5 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right

    17.2 mi · 23 min

  13. 13

    Continue on 21st Street

    2247 ft · 54 sec · 21st Street

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Arctic Avenue

    1553 ft · 46 sec · Arctic Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn right onto 25th Street

    139 m · 12 sec · 25th Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 25th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Rushmere 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
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
3 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
30.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 264 East
20.4 mi · 39%
Old Stage Highway
10.7 mi · 21%
Western Freeway
7.45 mi · 14%
Bridge Road
6.21 mi · 12%
Brewers Neck Boulevard
2.95 mi · 6%
Carrollton Boulevard
2.35 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

I 264 East

Keep slight right

17.2 mi · 00h 24m

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
01h 02m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11 mi
41.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Portsmouth Heights
00h 31m from Rushmere
Leave By
4:24 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Rushmere and Sunny near Virginia Beach.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Rushmere to Virginia Beach?

The road trip is about 52.3 miles (84.1 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?

Portsmouth Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.1 miles from Rushmere and 26.2 miles from Virginia Beach.

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

The direct path is about 41.3 miles (66.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 4:24 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.29 one way or $14.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rushmere and Sunny near Virginia Beach.

Stop Ideas Near Portsmouth Heights

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 Portsmouth Heights and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 7.7 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 5.1 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 4.6 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
Expansive City Center
Nearby stop 5.2 mi away

Expansive City Center

Norfolk , VA
223 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 5.0/5 8 reviews Coworking space,Office space rental agency

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Portsmouth Heights.

BUS

Norfolk

8 mi away
215 W York Street
RAIL

Newport News station

23 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Virginia Beach, Virginia

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

Williamsburg Transportation Center

59 mi away
468 North Boundary Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Rushmere and Virginia Beach. Straight-line distance: 41.29 mi (66.45 km).

Rushmere

#1 Rushmere

Census designated place

Population1,018
Coordinates37.0668100, -76.6763500
Altitude22
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: Fergusons Wharf Way (-76.676388, 37.067043)
End: 25th Street (-75.978053, 36.853161)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 84 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.84 gal
6.98 L · about $7.29
Round trip
$14.58
3.68 gal · 13.96 L
Estimated CO2
16.4 kg one way
Round trip: 32.7 kg / 72 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $7.29 $14.58
Mid-grade $4.43 $8.15 $16.30
Premium $4.78 $8.79 $17.58
Diesel $5.62 $10.35 $20.70

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

There is no time difference between Rushmere and Virginia Beach. The current time is 07:36:37.

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.