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

The driving distance from Virginia Beach, VA to Amelia Court House, VA is about 144.1 miles (231.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
144.1 mi
03h 05m
Flight
115.43 mi
185.77 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
115.43 mi
Kilometers
185.77 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
144.1 mi
Kilometers
231.91 km
Drive Time
03h 05m

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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 03h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Amelia Court House
Wed, Apr 15, 10:55 AM EDT
Return by in Virginia Beach
Wed, Apr 15, 2:00 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Virginia Beach
2026-04-15T07:50
Arrive Amelia Court House
Wed, Apr 15, 10:55 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:50 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Virginia Beach
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
West Point
VA

Town in King William County, Virginia

From Virginia Beach
72 mi
01h 32m
To Amelia Court House
72.1 mi
01h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
64°F
Overnight

Clear

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 3:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph SW
Destination
93°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 25th Street

    37 m · 8 sec · 25th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Pacific Avenue

    1213 ft · 34 sec · Pacific Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto 22nd Street

    2796 ft · 46 sec · 22nd Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway

    10.6 mi · 14 min · Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West, US 13: Newtown Road, Richmond, Military Highway

    2141 ft · 52 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 64 West, US 13: Richmond, Military Highway

    1.4 km · 2 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West: Norfolk International Airport, Hampton, Richmond

    2025 ft · 49 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway

    11.9 mi · 17 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  9. 9

    Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

    3.5 mi · 5 min · Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

  10. 10

    Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    5.9 mi · 8 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    61.1 mi · 1 hr 8 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC

    2434 ft · 32 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC

    2453 ft · 60 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC

    1911 ft · 47 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge

    2425 ft · 59 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge

    1866 ft · 46 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on I 295 South

    1 km · 1 min

  18. 18

    Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

    2.1 mi · 2 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International Airport

    2791 ft · 53 sec

  20. 20

    Continue on Pocahontas Parkway

    7.9 mi · 9 min · Pocahontas Parkway

  21. 21

    Continue on Chippenham Parkway

    5.5 mi · 6 min · Chippenham Parkway

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight right toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia

    681 ft · 17 sec

  23. 23

    Continue on Hull Street Road

    21.6 mi · 33 min · Hull Street Road

  24. 24

    Continue on Patrick Henry Highway

    6.1 mi · 8 min · Patrick Henry Highway

  25. 25

    Turn right onto Goodes Bridge Road

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Goodes Bridge Road

  26. 26

    Turn left onto Amelia Street

    562 ft · 18 sec · Amelia Street

  27. 27

    Turn right onto Court Street

    103 m · 12 sec · Court Street

  28. 28

    Turn right

    31 m · 8 sec

  29. 29

    Arrive at your destination

    1 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
29 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Hampton Roads Beltway
78.8 mi · 55%
Hull Street Road
21.6 mi · 15%
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
10.6 mi · 7%
Pocahontas Parkway
7.89 mi · 5%
Patrick Henry Highway
6.08 mi · 4%
Chippenham Parkway
5.5 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

Hampton Roads Beltway

Keep slight left

61.1 mi · 01h 08m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 05m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.6 mi
115.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Point
01h 32m from Virginia Beach
Leave By
10:50 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Clear leaving Virginia Beach and Mostly Sunny near Amelia Court House.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 144.1 miles (231.9 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?

West Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72 miles from Virginia Beach and 72.1 miles from Amelia Court House.

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

The direct path is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.6 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 10:50 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.16 one way or $40.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Clear around Virginia Beach and Mostly Sunny near Amelia Court House.

Stop Ideas Near West Point

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 West Point and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 10.6 mi away

James City County

West Point
County government office,Service establishment
Stryker Center
Meeting point 14 mi away

Stryker Center

Williamsburg , VA
412 N Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Rating 4.0/5 1 reviews City government office
Legacy Hall
Nearby stop 12.7 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 West Point.

RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

29 mi away
468 North Boundary Street
RAIL

Richmond Main Street Station

56 mi away
1500 East Main Street
RAIL

Richmond Staples Mill Road station

62 mi away
7519 Staples Mill Road
RAIL

Ashland

65 mi away
112 North Railroad Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Virginia Beach and Amelia Court House. Straight-line distance: 115.43 mi (185.77 km).

Virginia Beach

#1 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
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#2 Amelia Court House

Amelia Court House is a place in Virginia, United States.

Population0
Coordinates37.3429300, -77.9805600
Altitude116
CountryUnited States
Start: Virginia Beach (-75.97799, 36.85293)
End: Amelia Court House (-77.98056, 37.34293)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 232 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 36m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.09 gal
19.25 L · about $20.16
Round trip
$40.32
10.18 gal · 38.5 L
Estimated CO2
45.2 kg one way
Round trip: 90.5 kg / 200 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $20.16 $40.32
Mid-grade $4.43 $22.54 $45.09
Premium $4.78 $24.32 $48.64
Diesel $5.62 $28.63 $57.25

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 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Virginia Beach and Amelia Court House. The current time is 07:50:26.

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.