How far is Tysons Corner, VA from Portsmouth, VA?
Fastest route
The distance from Tysons, Virginia to Portsmouth, Virginia is approximately 200 miles (322 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via I-95 S and I-64 E, with an estimated travel time of 3 hours and 35 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Merge onto I-495 S/Capital Beltway from Chain Bridge Rd.
- 🔄 Take exit 57A toward I-95 S/Richmond/VA-644.
- 🛣️ Follow signs for Franconia Rd/Franconia and merge onto I-395 S.
- 🔄 Take exit 84A on the left to merge onto I-295 S toward Rocky Mt NC/Richmond Int'l.
- 🔄 Take exit 28A to merge onto I-64 E toward Norfolk/Va Bch.
- 🛣️ Take exit 264 for I-664 S toward Downtown Newport News/Chesapeake/Suffolk.
- 🛣️ Take exit 9 to merge onto VA-164 E toward Portsmouth.
- 🛣️ Continue onto US-58 W/VA-164.
- 🔄 Merge onto I-264 E toward Norfolk.
- 🔄 Take exit 7B toward Downtown/Portsmouth.
- 🛣️ Continue on Pavilion Dr to your destination.
- 🔄 At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Crawford St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Merge early: When merging onto I-495 S/Capital Beltway, use the right lane and merge promptly to ensure a smooth transition onto the highway.
- 🔄 Stay left: When approaching exit 57A, use the left two lanes to continue on Exit 169A, following the signs for Franconia Rd/Franconia. This will help you stay on the correct path towards I-95 S.
- 🛣️ Keep left for I-395 S: After merging onto I-395 S, make sure to keep left and follow the signs for I-95 S/Richmond to stay on the correct route.
- 🔄 Plan for I-295 S exit: Prepare in advance for the exit to I-295 S by taking the left exit 84A, which leads to I-295 S toward Rocky Mt NC/Richmond Int'l.
- 🛣️ Use right lanes for I-64 E: As you approach the exit for I-64 E, use the right two lanes to ensure a smooth transition onto the highway toward Norfolk/Va Bch.
- 🛣️ Be aware of I-664 S exit: Pay attention to the signs and take the right two lanes to exit onto I-664 S toward Downtown Newport News/Chesapeake/Suffolk.
- 🛣️ Follow VA-164 and US-58: Stay on VA-164 E, which later merges into US-58 W/VA-164. This will keep you on the correct path towards Portsmouth.
- 🔄 Stay on I-264 E: When merging onto I-264 E, make sure to follow the signs and stay on the route toward Norfolk to reach your destination.
- 🛣️ Crawford St traffic circle: At the traffic circle, take the second exit onto Crawford St to continue on your journey.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 26m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tysons Corner and Portsmouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tysons Corner and Portsmouth.
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Start on Leesburg Pike
52 m · 4 sec · Leesburg Pike
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 123 South: Vienna
1105 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto Chain Bridge Road
1586 ft · 39 sec · Chain Bridge Road
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Continue on Chain Bridge Road
622 ft · 23 sec · Chain Bridge Road
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Take the ramp straight toward VA 7: Leesburg Pike, Leesburg, Falls Church
912 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Leesburg Pike
1.1 km · 2 min · Leesburg Pike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 495 South: Richmond, Alexandria
3180 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
8.5 mi · 11 min · Capital Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Richmond
2615 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South, SR 644 East: Richmond, Franconia
1628 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Richmond
2034 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
35.7 mi · 42 min · Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
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Keep slight left
48.6 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight right onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
13 mi · 14 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
1.3 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
62.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 664 South: Downtown Newport News, Suffolk, Chesapeake
2600 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway
6.1 mi · 8 min · Hampton Roads Beltway
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Continue on Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
4.3 mi · 5 min · Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
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Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Hampton Roads Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 135 South: College Drive, Churchland
1575 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on College Drive
1.4 mi · 2 min · College Drive
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Take the ramp slight left toward VA 164 East: Downtown Portsmouth
1797 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Western Freeway
5.8 mi · 8 min · Western Freeway
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Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King Freeway
1.1 km · 46 sec · Martin Luther King Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 141 South: Downtown Portsmouth
1461 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto London Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · London Boulevard
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Turn right onto Effingham Street
552 ft · 11 sec · Effingham Street
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Turn left onto High Street
2679 ft · 1 min · High Street
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Continue on High Street
61 m · 21 sec · High Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · High Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tysons Corner and Portsmouth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 64 East
Merge slight left
62.7 mi · 01h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Clear leaving Tysons Corner and Clear near Portsmouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tysons Corner to Portsmouth?
The road trip is about 199.3 miles (320.7 km) and usually takes 03h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chamberlayne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.8 miles from Tysons Corner and 100.5 miles from Portsmouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.7 miles (245.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:06 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.29 one way or $58.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Tysons Corner and Clear near Portsmouth.
Stop Ideas Near Chamberlayne
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall
Old City Hall
City of Richmond Virginia (City Hall)
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chamberlayne.
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Richmond Main Street Station
Ashland
Petersburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tysons Corner and Portsmouth. Straight-line distance: 152.66 mi (245.69 km).
#1 Tysons Corner
Unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States
| Population | 19,627 |
| Coordinates | 38.9187200, -77.2310900 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Portsmouth
The most populous city in Portsmouth, Virginia.
| Population | 95,094 |
| Coordinates | 36.8354300, -76.2982700 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: High Street (-76.29827, 36.835429)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.17 | $29.29 | $58.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.64 | $32.63 | $65.25 |
| Premium | $5.03 | $35.35 | $70.69 |
| Diesel | $6.23 | $43.76 | $87.52 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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