How to travel from Virgina Beach to Atlanta, United States of America

The distance between Virgina Beach and Atlanta is around 543 miles (874km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Virgina Beach to Atlanta by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Norfolk (ORF) to Atlanta (ATL).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    $295
Operated by

Delta

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Bus

Take the bus to Richmond and then to Atlanta.

  • Duration17h 35m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $110
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Newport News then take the train to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station then take the bus to Atlanta GA.

  • Duration13h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $120
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Drive

Drive to Atlanta.

  • Duration10h 15m
  • Distance583 miles (938km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Virgina Beach and Atlanta

There are several options for getting from Virgina Beach to Atlanta by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around $81 and will take around 14h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $295.

The distance between Virgina Beach and Atlanta is around 543 miles (874km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 356 miles (572km)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Virgina Beach and Atlanta by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Virgina Beach to Atlanta is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx $295.

The cheapest way to travel between Virgina Beach and Atlanta, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around $81 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Virgina Beach and Atlanta. We recommend that you fly from Norfolk (ORF) to Atlanta (ATL). instead which will take 2h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Virgina Beach and Atlanta. It typically takes around 17h 35m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Virgina Beach to Atlanta. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Richmond. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 17h 35m.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Virgina Beach and Atlanta. Buses run twice daily and take around 17h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Virgina Beach and Atlanta. Flights depart from Norfolk (ORF) and arrive at Atlanta (ATL). The flight takes around 1h 55m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Virgina Beach and Atlanta with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 55m.

Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly between Virgina Beach and Atlanta. Flights depart from Norfolk (ORF) and and arrive into Atlanta (ATL). These flights usually take around 1h 55m.

The flight from Virgina Beach to Atlanta typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Norfolk (ORF) and and arrive into Atlanta (ATL).

The closest major airport to Atlanta is Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) (ATL) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Atlanta. Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) (MCN) and Columbus Airport (CSG) (CSG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Virgina Beach and Atlanta. The distance is around 583 miles (938km) by road and it will take around 10h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Virgina Beach to Atlanta is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around $295.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Virgina Beach and Atlanta

Transport options from Virgina Beach to Atlanta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 35m
$295
hourly874km (543 miles)
Bus
17h 35m
$110
twice daily1,160km (720 miles)
Bus and Train + 3 similar
13h 10m
$120
once daily1,048km (651 miles)
Train and Bus13h 40m
$160
once daily1,109km (689 miles)
Train to Petersburg Amtrak Station, Bus14h 50m
$81
4 times a week1,083km (673 miles)
Train to Petersburg Amtrak Station, Bus18h 45m
$130
once daily1,109km (689 miles)
Drive
10h 15m
$58
on demand938km (583 miles)

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Airports near Atlanta

The following major airports near Atlanta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
International Airport
Distance
8 miles (13km) from Atlanta
MCN
Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84 miles (135km) from Atlanta
CSG
Columbus Airport (CSG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
91 miles (147km) from Atlanta