Distance Guide
How far is Virginia Beach from Alexandria?
The distance between Virginia Beach, VA and Alexandria, VA is about 147 miles — roughly a 2 hr 40 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
147 mi
Drive time
2 hr 40 min
Midpoint
37.829°, -76.512°
Driving from Virginia Beach to Alexandria
Most drivers cover the 147-mile route in about 2 hr 40 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 74 miles each instead of 147. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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