Trip from Bealeton, VA to Hampton, 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 30m

Distance

152.3 mi

245 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 21m ★

6 AM

2h 31m

8 AM

2h 51m

10 AM

2h 38m

12 PM

2h 36m

3 PM

2h 39m

5 PM

2h 50m

8 PM

2h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bealeton, VA

Eric Joseph

independent city in Virginia, United States

Hampton, VA

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Trip Overview

This 152.3-mile drive from Bealeton, VA to Hampton, VA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete. You'll be navigating a mix of local roads and I-95 South, with no significant highway stretches to worry about. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $24. Given the relatively short duration and the nature of the drive, it's a straightforward trip within the Southeast region, perfect for a quick transit or a leisurely exploration without the need for an overnight stay. Plan for a single stop along the way to break up the drive.

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

76.1 miles from Bealeton, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Marsh Road	—	—
Warrenton Road	—	—
I 95 South	—	—
I 295 South	—	—
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	—	—
I 64 East	—	—
Armistead Avenue	—	—
Rip Rap Road	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Marsh Road — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bealeton, VA and Hampton, VA.

Start on Schoolhouse Road

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Schoolhouse Road

Turn right onto Marsh Road

13 mi · 17 min · Marsh Road

Continue on Warrenton Road

9.7 mi · 14 min · Warrenton Road

Take the exit straight toward I 95 South, US 17 South: Richmond

48 mi · 53 min · I 95 South, US 17 South: Richmond

Take the exit slight left toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach

Merge slight right onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

13 mi · 14 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach

1.3 mi · 2 min · I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach

Merge slight left

64 mi · 1 hr 11 min

Take the exit slight right toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

Keep slight right to continue on Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

200 ft · 7 sec · Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Rip Rap Road

Turn sharp left onto North Armistead Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Armistead Avenue

Turn left onto West Pembroke Avenue

0.3 mi · 40 sec · West Pembroke Avenue

Turn right onto North King Street

525 ft · 20 sec · North King Street

Continue on North King Street

433 ft · 19 sec · North King Street

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour, 30-minute estimated travel time for this 152.3-mile trip, leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive in Hampton with plenty of the day remaining. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to pause, but consider planning it around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $24, and it's always wise to top off before setting out, especially on a turn-heavy route where you might not encounter services as frequently as on an interstate. Pay close attention to navigation as you transition between Marsh Road, Warrenton Road, and I-95 South to ensure a smooth journey.

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 76.1 miles from Bealeton, VA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.

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 34 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 76.1 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 Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bealeton, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Bealeton, VA

This is one driving day of about 152.3 miles and 2h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Bealeton, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ashland, VA

76 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

Dumfries, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ashland, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.1 miles from Bealeton, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Newport News, Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.4

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+17573695533

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Williamsburg, Virginia

0.9 mi

The Caboose Market & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ashland, Virginia

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Newport News, Virginia

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.4

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17577553134

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.4

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+17573695533

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 119.7

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17572580007

Visit website

The Caboose Market & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.3

Ashland, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18047982933

Visit website

Juan's Mexican Cafe and Cantina

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 141.4

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17578775826

Visit website

Cafe 54 Breakfast and Lunch

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.3

Ashland, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18043688671

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 32.6

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+15407107025

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 141.4

Yorktown, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17578679004

Visit website

Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar VA

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 32.6

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+15409934252

Visit website

Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.4

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17577553134

Visit website

Curitiba Art Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 21.8

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

Visit website

The Cabbage Rose Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.3

Hanover, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+18049139115

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 141.4

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 141.4

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 141.4

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 141.4

Newport News, Virginia

+18668167584

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 141.4

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 119.7

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 152.3

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 152.3

Hampton, Virginia

+18333994638

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Virginia Welcome Center at Fredericksburg

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 21.8

Fredericksburg, VA

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+15407868344

Visit website

2 stars hotel

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 54.4

Ruther Glen, Virginia

Mill Point Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 152.3

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+17577276348

Visit website

Virginia Air & Space Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 152.3

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17577270900

Visit website

Loch Ness Monster

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 130.5

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+17572294386

Visit website

Fredericksburg Nationals

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 21.8

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15408584242

Visit website

Colonial Escape Room

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 130.5

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 2–9 pm

+17576032594

Visit website

Casemate Museum of Fort Monroe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 152.3

Fort Monroe, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17576908181

Visit website

Gari Melchers Home and Studio

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 21.8

Falmouth, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15406541015

Visit website

Halls of Hysteria Haunted Attraction

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 21.8

Fredericksburg, Virginia

+15402264261

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.82 one way

$47.63 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$26.04	$52.08
premium	$4.70	$28.19	$56.37
diesel	$5.61	$33.63	$67.25

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	45.7	$15.99	$7.31
Efficient EV	38.1	$13.33	$6.09
EV Truck/SUV	60.9	$21.32	$9.75

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Bealeton, VA

Late night in Bealeton on Sunday

Local time

3:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hampton, VA

Late night in Hampton on Sunday

Local time

3:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

53°F

Ashland, VA

76 mi in

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

8 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 30m 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?

Expect a route with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll be making frequent turns rather than settling into long stretches of highway. With 0% highway share, this journey emphasizes local roads for the majority of its 152.3 miles. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch specified, the character suggests a more engaging, stop-and-go experience as you traverse through various communities. This drive will likely feel more like navigating through towns and countryside rather than a typical interstate cruise, offering a different pace and perspective.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Main road: Marsh Road.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Bealeton, VA to Hampton, VA is easy. At 2h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bealeton, VA to Hampton, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 152.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bealeton, VA to Hampton, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hampton, 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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Trip from Bealeton, VA to Hampton, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

The Caboose Market & Cafe

Juan's Mexican Cafe and Cantina

Cafe 54 Breakfast and Lunch

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar VA

Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News

Curitiba Art Cafe

The Cabbage Rose Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Virginia Welcome Center at Fredericksburg

2 stars hotel

Mill Point Park

Virginia Air & Space Science Center

Loch Ness Monster

Fredericksburg Nationals

Colonial Escape Room

Casemate Museum of Fort Monroe

Gari Melchers Home and Studio

Halls of Hysteria Haunted Attraction

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bealeton, VA

Hampton, VA

Same local time

8 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 30m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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