Truck Driver Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

Virginia Beach is a high-demand market for truck drivers with a metro population of 1.8M metro (Hampton Roads). Major employers in the area include Port of Virginia (Norfolk), STIHL Inc, Dollar Tree DC, Perdue Farms. Key freight corridors like I-64 East-West Corridor keep loads moving consistently. Across Virginia, there are approximately 55,000+ active truck drivers. Strong — the Port of Virginia's $1.4B expansion at Virginia International Gateway is adding 40% more container capacity. Amazon built a new 650K sq ft fulfillment center in Suffolk, and offshore wind staging at Portsmouth Marine Terminal is creating new oversized freight demand.

Truck drivers in the Virginia Beach area typically earn $55,000 - $84,000 annually, depending on equipment type, experience, and routes. The cost of living in Virginia Beach is 3% above national average, meaning your take-home pay stretches further here. The statewide average for Virginia is $52,000 - $78,000. Virginia Beach's higher demand often pushes local rates above the state average. Typical weekly miles: Local (port drayage): 400-700 | Regional: 1,800-2,200 | OTR: 2,500-3,000.

Major carriers and logistics companies hiring in Virginia Beach include Port of Virginia (Norfolk), STIHL Inc, Dollar Tree DC, Perdue Farms. These companies hire CDL-A, CDL-B, and non-CDL drivers for a variety of positions — from local delivery to OTR routes. Key industries driving freight demand include military logistics and port operations. O Trucking connects you with loads from these carriers and many others, letting you choose which freight to haul.

Key freight corridors near Virginia Beach include I-64 East-West Corridor, I-264 Virginia Beach Expressway, US-13 Eastern Shore Route. These routes carry port freight and military/government freight and provide consistent load availability for local, regional, and OTR drivers. Nearby trucking hubs include Richmond, VA (105 mi via I-64) and Raleigh, NC (170 mi via US-64), giving you multiple directional options for outbound loads.

CDL training facilities near Virginia Beach include Tidewater Community College CDL and Hampton Roads CDL Training. Most CDL-A programs take 3-7 weeks to complete and cost $3,000-7,000. Some programs offer financing or payment plans. Once you have your CDL, apply with O Trucking and start driving within 48 hours — no weeks of mandatory orientation.

No — your CDL works in all 50 states, and many drivers based elsewhere run loads into and out of Virginia Beach. However, living near Virginia Beach gives you access to local routes (home nightly) and lets you build relationships with area shippers and receivers. Virginia Beach's cost of living is 3% above national average, which is worth factoring into your decision. If Virginia Beach isn't your home base, we can still match you with freight that routes through the area.

The top equipment types for Virginia Beach are: Dry van, Flatbed, Reefer, Box truck. Dry van — port container drayage from Norfolk International Terminals. The port freight sector drives specialized equipment demand. Tell us your equipment type and we'll show you what's available.

Parking is limited in the metro — best options are the Pilot at I-64 Exit 296 near Lightfoot and the Love's at Exit 234 near Williamsburg. Closer in, the TA at I-64 Exit 262 in Newport News fills fast. Port staging areas have time limits. Diesel runs $0.05-0.10/gal above the national average — Virginia's diesel tax is among the higher East Coast rates. Fuel up along I-64 west of the metro for the best prices.

Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel restricts high-profile vehicles in winds over 40 mph. TWIC card required for all port and naval base deliveries. No trucks over 7 tons on Shore Drive or Atlantic Avenue. Always check local signage for recent changes, especially in construction zones.

Nor'easters from November through March can bring heavy rain and coastal flooding, especially along Shore Drive and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Hurricanes are a real threat June-November — the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel closes in high winds. Summer tourist traffic June-August clogs I-264 and US-58. Plan your routes and schedule around these seasonal patterns for the best experience driving out of Virginia Beach.