Origin
South Hill, VA
Morning in South Hill on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Hill, VA to Virginia Beach, VA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
21.9 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Hill, VA
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Virginia Beach, VA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit from South Hill to Virginia Beach, you are looking at a concise 21.9-mile trip that typically takes just 31 minutes. This highway-focused drive is perfect for a single-day excursion, as the short duration eliminates the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-264, Bainbridge Boulevard, and I-464 to navigate between these two Southeast Virginia locations. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is an economical choice for those needing to move between regions efficiently. Since the entire route stays within the state of Virginia, you can expect a straightforward journey without complex border crossings or regional shifts.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 264 | 17.2 mi | 23m |
| Bainbridge Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| I 464 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 21st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Arctic Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Edgewood Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 25th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Poindexter Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 264
— 17.2 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Hill, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
1
Start on Edgewood Avenue
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Edgewood Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 460; VA 166
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bainbridge Boulevard
3
Turn left onto VA 337
72 ft
·
9 sec
·
Poindexter Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 464 North
5
Merge onto I 464
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 464
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 6B
Toward I 264 East: Waterside Drive, Saint Paul Boulevard, Downtown, Norfolk
Use the slight left lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 264; VA 337
17 mi
·
23 min
·
I 264; VA 337
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on 21st Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
21st Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Arctic Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto 25th Street
454 ft
·
12 sec
·
25th Street
11
Arrive at destination
25th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 21.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 460; VA 166 / Bainbridge Boulevard
Turn right onto US 460; VA 166 / Bainbridge Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 464 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 464 North
9
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 264 East: Waterside Drive, Saint Paul Boulevard, Downtown, Norfolk
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 6B
Toward I 264 East: Waterside Drive, Saint Paul...
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 264; VA 337
Keep slight right at fork onto I 264; VA 337
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
21.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
Arctic Avenue
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.42 one way
$6.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.74 | $7.49 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.05 | $8.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.84 | $9.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Virginia Beach, VA
Morning in Virginia Beach on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
31m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a fast-paced experience, as 84% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-264, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 17.2 miles. The road’s personality is defined by its efficiency, favoring high-speed interstate travel over slower local navigation. Transitions between I-264, Bainbridge Boulevard, and I-464 are the main points where the character of the road shifts from open highway to more localized traffic flow. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive designed to get you to your destination with minimal fuss.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.2 mi on I 264.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 264 and Bainbridge Boulevard. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 460; VA 166 / Bainbridge Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.9 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 460; VA 166 / Bainbridge Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
43 ft
8 ft
Total Climb
79 ft
Total Descent
82 ft
Highest Point
43 ft
~11 mi in
Elevation Range
35 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between South Hill, VA and Virginia Beach, VA, road signs point toward Downtown and Norfolk.
Downtown
3.2 mi in
|
~5m
Norfolk
3.2 mi in
|
~5m
About the Cities
Arriving in Virginia Beach, VA
Full guide →Virginia Beach is a resort city in southeast Virginia on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 21.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.2 miles on I 264. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Virginia Beach, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 460; VA 166 / Bainbridge Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Monroe National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Virginia Beach, VA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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