Origin
Aquia Harbour, VA
Morning in Aquia Harbour on Sunday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aquia Harbour, VA to Newport News, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
133.3 mi
215 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 22m
★
6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aquia Harbour, VA
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Newport News, VA
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Trip Overview
Aquia Harbour, VA to Newport News, VA is 133.3 miles and takes about 2h 32m via I 95 and I 64, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Virginia, making it a straightforward journey through the Southeast region. Expect a highway-focused drive, primarily on major interstates, so it's a good option if you're looking to get to your destination efficiently. With only one recommended stop and a duration under three hours, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.7 miles from Aquia Harbour, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 57.8 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 64 | 56.7 mi | 1h 2m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 13 mi | 14m |
| Washington Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Richmond Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Diligence Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Garrisonville Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Thimble Shoals Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 57.8 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aquia Harbour, VA and Newport News, VA.
1
Start on Aquia Drive
376 ft
·
16 sec
·
Aquia Drive
2
Turn left onto Richmond Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond Drive
3
Turn right onto Washington Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Drive
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on SR 610
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Garrisonville Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 95: I-95 south
6
Merge onto I 95
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
I 95
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto I 295
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 64
57 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto US 17
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Diligence Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Diligence Drive
15
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
16
Turn left
413 ft
·
33 sec
17
At end of road, turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 32 minutes, this is a trip you can easily complete in a single day. Leaving in the morning should allow you to arrive with plenty of daylight, and the $21 fuel cost is quite manageable. Plan for your single recommended stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs. Since the drive is primarily on I 95 and I 64, keep an eye on traffic patterns, especially if you're traveling during peak commute times, as congestion can impact your arrival time.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.7 miles from Aquia Harbour, VA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.7 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport News, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Aquia Harbour, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aquia Harbour, VA
This is one driving day of about 133.3 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Aquia Harbour, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 57.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.7 miles from Aquia Harbour, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 132.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Washington Drive
Turn right onto Washington Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
10.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va B...
8
74.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
7
132.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Take the exit toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.85 one way
$41.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.79 | $45.58 |
| premium | $4.70 | $24.67 | $49.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.43 | $58.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40 | 0 | $14.00 | $6.40 |
| Efficient EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.66 | $5.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.66 | $8.53 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Newport News, VA
Morning in Newport News on Sunday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 32m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 86% of the journey utilizing major interstates like I 95 and I 64. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a significant 57.8-mile segment on I 95, which means you can maintain consistent speeds for extended periods. The Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is also part of the route, indicating a modern, well-maintained road system. Overall, expect a consistent driving experience focused on covering ground rather than varied scenery.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.8 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Washington Drive.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 133.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Washington Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Aquia Harbour, VA and Newport News, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
59.3 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Va Beach
59.3 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Virginia Beach
74.2 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 133.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Newport News, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Washington Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Newport News, VA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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