Origin
Coeburn, VA
Night in Coeburn on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
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Trip from Coeburn, VA to East Hampton, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 9m
Distance
427.2 mi
688 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$67
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 1m
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6 AM
8h 9m
8 AM
8h 26m
10 AM
8h 15m
12 PM
8h 14m
3 PM
8h 16m
5 PM
8h 25m
8 PM
8h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coeburn, VA
Vladislav Nahorny
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
Embarking from Coeburn, Virginia, this 427.2-mile journey to East Hampton, Virginia, is best tackled over two days. With an estimated driving time of 8 hours and 9 minutes, it's a substantial trip that benefits from an overnight stop. The primary arteries for this drive are I-81, I-64, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, making it a largely highway-focused experience. Expect your fuel costs to be around $67 for this Southeast Virginia to Southeast Virginia excursion. This route offers a practical way to traverse the state, with two planned stops to break up the nearly 200 miles you'll cover on I-81.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
213.6 miles from Coeburn, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 196.9 mi | 3h 35m |
| I 64 | 151.7 mi | 2h 46m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 22.9 mi | 25m |
| US 19 | 12.7 mi | 18m |
| Bull Run Road | 11.2 mi | 15m |
| Trail of the Lonesome Pine | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| I 77 | 7.1 mi | 7m |
| US Highway 58 Alternate | 6.9 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 196.9 mi, about 3h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coeburn, VA and East Hampton, VA.
1
Start on this road
86 ft
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8 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto 2nd Street Northeast
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
2nd Street Northeast
3
Continue on VA 72
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
VA 72
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward US 58 Alternate East
5
Merge onto US 58 ALT
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Bull Run Road
6
Continue on US 58 ALT
365 ft
·
6 sec
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Trail of the Lonesome Pine
7
Continue on US 58 ALT
6.9 mi
·
9 min
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US Highway 58 Alternate
8
Continue on US 58 ALT; VA 71
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Trail of the Lonesome Pine
9
Turn right onto US 19
13 mi
·
18 min
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US 19
10
Turn left onto US 11
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
11
Turn right onto Preston Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Preston Street Southwest
12
At end of road, turn left onto Bradley Street Southwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Bradley Street Southwest
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 58 ALT; VA 75
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Cummings Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
15
Merge onto I 81; US 58
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
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I 81; US 58
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on I 77; I 81; US 11; US 52
7.1 mi
·
7 min
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I 77; I 81; US 11; US 52
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81; US 11
140 mi
·
2 hr 33 min
·
I 81; US 11
Toward I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on I 64; I 81
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 64; I 81
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
90 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
I 64
Toward I 64 East: Richmond
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 177
Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
Use the slight right lane.
21
Continue on I 295
23 mi
·
25 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto I 64
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit onto VA 134
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
VA 134
Exit 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
VA 134
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Use the slight right lane.
26
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southerland Drive
27
Arrive at destination
Southerland Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 8-hour, 9-minute drive, consider starting early to maximize daylight. Since this trip is recommended for two days, planning your overnight stop strategically will be key. You'll have two designated stops along the way, and it's wise to fuel up before embarking on the longest stretch of 196.9 miles on I-81, as services can be more spread out on interstates. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the latter half of your journey, to ensure a smooth arrival in East Hampton.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 213.6 miles from Coeburn, VA, or about 4h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 196.9 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 94 miles or 1h 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 213.6 miles or 4h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 213.6 miles or 4h 9m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coeburn, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coeburn, VA
Aim for roughly 214 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into East Hampton, VA
Aim for roughly 214 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Coeburn, VA.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 196.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
214 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Martinsville, VAOvernight Options
Night 1
214 mi · about 4.1h in
A practical overnight split lands near Martinsville, VA after about 214 miles or 4.1 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 213.6 miles from Coeburn, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 196.9 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 214 miles or 4.1 hours on the road.
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 175 decision points cluster between mile 105.9 and 422.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
105.9 mi into trip
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~2h 10m in
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I 81; US 11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81; US 11 toward I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
8
335.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
8
360 mi into trip
|
~6h 49m 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
8
422.6 mi into trip
|
~8h in
|
VA 134
Take the exit onto VA 134 toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
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 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South...
8
422.8 mi into trip
|
~8h 1m in
|
VA 134
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134 toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boul...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$66.80 one way
$133.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
150 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $73.04 | $146.09 |
| premium | $4.70 | $79.07 | $158.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $94.32 | $188.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$67
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$197–$307
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 149.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 128.2 | 1 | $44.86 | $20.51 |
| Efficient EV | 106.8 | 1 | $37.38 | $17.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 170.9 | 2 | $59.81 | $27.34 |
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
East Hampton, VA
Night in East Hampton on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
4 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
8h 9m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey taking place on major interstates. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including the longest single segment of 196.9 miles on I-81. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed highways, the transition onto I-64 and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway will still maintain a consistent pace. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 196.9 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 105.9 miles in near I 81; US 11.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 427.2 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 105.9 miles (I 81; US 11): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 335.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 360 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 Coeburn, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
335.9 mi in
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~6h 23m
Virginia Beach
360 mi in
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~6h 49m
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 196.9 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 214 miles on day one.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 East Hampton, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 105.9 miles (I 81; US 11): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 335.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 360 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.2 hours each way, a round trip means 16.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at East Hampton, VA before the return drive.
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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