Distance from Portsmouth, Virginia to Virginia Beach, Virginia
The driving distance from Portsmouth, Virginia to Virginia Beach, Virginia is 20.1 mi (32.3 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 11 mi (17.7 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 23 minutes
This route includes Toll roads along the way.
We found 2 routes between Portsmouth and Virginia Beach.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Take Crawford St and Pavilion Dr to I-264 E
Follow I-264 E to 21st St in Virginia Beach
Continue on 21st St. Drive to Arctic Ave
Route Directions
Take Crawford St and Pavilion Dr to I-264 E
Take I-464 S, I-64 W and I-264 E/Norfolk Virginia Beach Expy/Virginia Beach Expy to 21st St in Virginia Beach
Continue on 21st St. Drive to Arctic Ave
Journey Details
Traveling from Portsmouth, Virginia to Virginia Beach, Virginia covers 20.1 miles (32 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 23 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (20-29 miles / 32-46 km). The primary route shown here saves 9 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views, toll sections, coastal roads. During evening weekend travel, expect typical weekend traffic patterns with average speeds around 51 mph (82 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Portsmouth
Starting Point
Virginia Beach
Destination
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