Road Trips from Hampton, VA
Hampton, VA, is a great launchpad for exploring historical sites and varied landscapes. You've got options for quick, half-day trips to nearby cities like Newport News, or longer excursions to places like Amherst, which are about 3.8 hours away. Many routes offer proximity to national parks, including Colonial National Historical Park and Fort Monroe National Monument. Whether you're looking for a short drive or a more substantial journey through mixed terrain, Hampton provides a solid starting point for your next road trip.
Total Routes
39
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
31
Under 2 hours
7 total in this range
Central Garage, VA
1h 36m75 mi one way
This 1.6-hour drive puts you 75 miles away, offering a higher drive score than many longer routes. It's a good option if you want more time exploring than driving, with access to Colonial National Historical Park and Fort Monroe National Monument, similar to closer destinations.
Virginia Beach, VA
44m31 mi one way
At just 0.7 hours and 31 miles, this is one of your closest options. It shares park access to Fort Monroe National Monument and Colonial National Historical Park, making it a convenient day trip with a solid drive score.
Newport News, VA
15m9.5 mi one way
This is the shortest drive on the list at 0.3 hours and 9.5 miles. You get the same park access as longer trips, including Fort Monroe National Monument and Colonial National Historical Park, making it a quick and easy escape.
Richmond, VA
1h 32m78.1 mi one way
This 1.5-hour drive covers 78.1 miles and offers a different profile, primarily highway driving. It's a longer trip than to Virginia Beach but still manageable, with access to three national parks: Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument, and Petersburg National Battlefield.
Bellwood, VA
1h 35m80.4 mi one way
Similar in length to Richmond at 1.6 hours and 80.4 miles, this route also utilizes mostly highway. It provides access to Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument, and Petersburg National Battlefield.
Full-day getaway
20 total in this range
Amherst, VA
3h 45m176.2 mi one way
This is one of the longer drives at 3.8 hours and 176.2 miles, with a strong drive score. It offers access to Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument, and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, a significant historical destination.
McLean, VA
3h 28m178.6 mi one way
At 3.5 hours and 178.6 miles, this is a longer drive primarily on highways. It provides access to Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument, and the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.
Stuarts Draft, VA
3h 22m178.6 mi one way
This 3.4-hour drive covers 178.6 miles, mostly on highways. It includes access to Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument, and Petersburg National Battlefield, similar to other longer routes.
Belmont, VA
3h 53m199.1 mi one way
This 3.9-hour drive is one of the longest, covering 199.1 miles, primarily on highways. Like McLean, it offers access to Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument, and the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.
Pantops, VA
2h 43m144.6 mi one way
Covering 144.6 miles and taking 2.7 hours, this route is mostly highway. It provides access to Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument, and Petersburg National Battlefield, offering a substantial drive with historical park access.
Weekend trip
12 total in this range
Winchester, VA
4h 19m205.8 mi one way
This is one of the longer trips at 4.3 hours and 205.8 miles, with a high drive score. It offers access to Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument, and Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park.
Altavista, VA
4h 23m202.2 mi one way
A longer drive at 4.4 hours and 202.2 miles, this route includes access to Colonial National Historical Park, Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, and Fort Monroe National Monument, making it a historically rich option.
Cana, VA
6h 20m316.1 mi one way
Pulaski, VA
5h 49m310.8 mi one way
Gate City, VA
7h 55m424.2 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Winchester, VA
4h 19m205.8 mi one way
Amherst, VA
3h 45m176.2 mi one way
Altavista, VA
4h 23m202.2 mi one way
Cana, VA
6h 20m316.1 mi one way
Amherst, VA
3h 45m176.2 mi one way
McLean, VA
3h 28m178.6 mi one way
Stuarts Draft, VA
3h 22m178.6 mi one way
Virginia Beach, VA
44m31 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions for exploring the numerous national parks accessible from Hampton, like Colonial National Historical Park.
Summer
Longer daylight hours in summer are ideal for the 3-4 hour drives to destinations like Amherst or Winchester, maximizing time at nearby parks.
Fall
The mixed highway and surface routes are well-suited for fall foliage viewing on the way to historical sites such as Petersburg National Battlefield.
Winter
Winter drives are manageable, with shorter options like Newport News or Virginia Beach providing accessible park visits without extensive travel.
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