Aerial view of a bridge over a river surrounded by lush greenery and expansive farmland.

Getting to Virginia Beach

Centrally located on the Mid-Atlantic coast, Virginia Beach is within a day’s drive of half the country’s population and just minutes from Norfolk International Airport, major train stations and seaports, which makes arrival and departure simple for meeting planners and attendees alike.

For a spectacular scenic approach from the north, be sure to check out the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. (Please note that the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the Elizabeth River Bridge Tunnel require tolls.)

By Air

Virginia Beach is approximately 17 miles from the Norfolk International Airport and approximately 42 miles from the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport. Both airports offer service from multiple carriers with daily flights (some direct) from across the United States. 

Norfolk International Airport (airport code ORF)

Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (airport code PHF)

Map illustrating air travel routes to Virginia Beach, highlighting seasonal and year-round flight connections from various U.S. states.

By Car

When approaching from the west, the easiest routes are Interstate 64, U.S. 460 or U.S. 58. From the north and south, convenient routes are Interstates 85 or 95, U.S. 17 and U.S. 13 (crossing the world-famous Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, a 17-mile span connecting Virginia’s Eastern Shore with Virginia Beach). These routes intersect with Interstate 64, which connects with the Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway (Interstate 264) and leads directly to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

By Train

Amtrak offers train service into Newport News (with connecting bus service to Virginia Beach). Amtrak bus service is available between the train station and 19th Street and Pacific Avenue. Reservations are required. Call Amtrak at 800-USA-RAIL (800-872-7245), visit www.amtrak.com or see the Northeast Regional Train service page for more information.

Approximate Amtrak travel times to Norfolk:

  • Washington, D.C.: 4.5 hours
  • Richmond, VA: 2.5 hours
  • Baltimore, MD: 5.5 hours
Map showing the route to Virginia Beach by train from various states in the northeastern U.S., with highlighted locations and train icons.


Getting Around Once You’re Here

Private Transportation

To keep you moving in the right direction, the Virginia Beach Convention Services staff can put you in touch with charter buses, limousine services, taxis and rental cars. Ride share services are also available throughout Virginia Beach.

Public Transportation

The VB Wave and convenient shuttle services make it easy to reach popular destinations – visit www.gohrt.com or call (757) 222-6100 for routes, schedules and fares.

Unique Experiences

Let the Convention Sales and Services team help you create a special outing with motorcoach tours to regional destinations or sightseeing boat tours. For freewheeling fun, bicycle, surrey and rollerblade rentals are offered at various hotels and locations along the Boardwalk.