Background
Transportation to, from and within the Resort Area has primarily been automotive. This causes congestion along major corridors.
Right Now
The City and its regional transportation partner,
 |
Hampton Roads Transit |
operate a shuttle service along Atlantic Avenue. It connects shopping areas and amenities outside the Resort Area.
The City built bike paths along the Oceanfront Boardwalk, Ocean Walk, and General Booth Boulevard; however, auto travel is still the primary transportation mode.
The City is in the process of considering the purchase of the Newtown Rd. to Birdneck Road Norfolk Southern railroad right-of-way. Together, Virginia Beach and HRT contracted with HDR, Inc. to perform a
Norfolk Tide light rail system feasibility analysis. The result of this study will help City leadership determine whether to proceed with light rail design and construction to the Resort Area.
Future Plan
In the future, light rail and the bus rapid transit system may extend from Norfolk to Town Center and the Oceanfront Resort Area. Possible transit stops under consideration are the Convention Center and new Dome Site entertainment megaplex.