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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 43m

Distance

306 mi

492 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 30m ★
6 AM
5h 43m
8 AM
6h 10m
10 AM
5h 53m
12 PM
5h 50m
3 PM
5h 54m
5 PM
6h 8m
8 PM
5h 35m

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

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town in Virginia

Dublin, VA

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Hampton, VA

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Trip Overview

This 306.2-mile journey from Dublin, VA, to Hampton, VA, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 4 hours and 44 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via VA 100 South and Cleburne Boulevard before merging onto I-64 East. With a projected fuel cost of $49, this route offers a straightforward drive across Virginia, connecting two points within the Southeast region. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local and potentially scenic experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. It's a manageable distance for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

153 miles from Dublin, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 64 154.2 mi 2h 49m
I 81 122.5 mi 2h 15m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway 22.9 mi 25m
Cleburne Boulevard 1.8 mi 3m
North Armistead Avenue 0.4 mi 1m
Broad Street 0.4 mi <1m
West Pembroke Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
North King Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 64 — 154.2 mi, about 2h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 11

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Broad Street
2

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward VA 100 South: Hillsville, Bristol
3

Turn straight onto VA 100

1.8 mi · 3 min · Cleburne Boulevard
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 45 sec
5

Merge onto I 81

123 mi · 2 hr 15 min · I 81
Use the straight lane.
6

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.
7

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 1 min
Exit 177 Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on I 295

23 mi · 25 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

1.3 mi · 2 min
Exit 28A Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto I 64

64 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 25 sec
Exit 265C Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork

199 ft · 6 sec
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base Use the left / right lanes.
13

Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Rip Rap Road
14

Turn sharp left onto VA 134

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Armistead Avenue
15

Turn left onto VA 351

0.3 mi · 39 sec · West Pembroke Avenue
16

Turn right onto North King Street

524 ft · 19 sec · North King Street
17

Continue on North King Street

432 ft · 18 sec · North King Street
18

Arrive at destination

North King Street

Trip Plan

Given the 4 hour and 44 minute duration for 306.2 miles, this trip is comfortably achievable in a single day. Aim to depart early to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach the Hampton area. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $49, you have flexibility in pacing. Pay attention to the frequent turns, particularly on the initial local road segments, as they can slow your progress. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as stretches on VA 100 South and Cleburne Boulevard may have fewer services than interstate segments.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 153 miles from Dublin, VA, or about 2h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 154.2 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 67 miles or 1h 16m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 153 miles or 2h 51m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 39m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dublin, 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 Dublin, VA

This is one driving day of about 306 miles and 5h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Dublin, 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 64 for about 154.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Charlottesville, VA, VA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Charlottesville, VA

153 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.

Popular next leg

Charlottesville, VA to Hampton, VA

146.6 mi · 2h 49m

Pacing Suggestions

Roanoke, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Charlottesville, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 153 miles from Dublin, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 154.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · final third

Market Cafe

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Glen Allen, Virginia

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third · 1h 38m to go 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 9:30 am–9:30 pm

+18049340144

Visit website

Mama Cucina | Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Glen Allen, Virginia

2.3 mi

The Grapevine Greek & Italian Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

2.9 mi

Best coffee break · final third

Oley's Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Glen Allen, Virginia

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 1h 38m to go 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8:30 am–2:30 pm

+18044243399

Corner Bakery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Glen Allen, Virginia

2.3 mi

Market Cafe

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–9:30 pm

+18049340144

Visit website

Mama Cucina | Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm

+18043463350

Visit website

The Grapevine Greek & Italian Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+18044409100

Visit website

HogsHead Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+18043080281

Visit website

Coco Cafe & Bistro LLC

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18049244223

Potros Mexican Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Henrico, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18045621479

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18045272060

Visit website

Roberto Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Sandston, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18042222250

Visit website

Oley's Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 8:30 am–2:30 pm

+18044243399

Corner Bakery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18044473766

Visit website

Publix Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18047996041

Royal Bazaar Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

+18043088837

Apperson Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Salem, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+15402401878

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Salem, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Salem, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Salem, Virginia

+18668167584

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+33172676914

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

+18333994638

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Virginia Guesthouse Hotel

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Charlottesville, Virginia

+14344002100

Visit website

Mill Point Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+17577276348

Visit website

Virginia Air & Space Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17577270900

Visit website

Loch Ness Monster

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+17572294386

Visit website

Colonial Escape Room

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 2–9 pm

+17576032594

Visit website

Casemate Museum of Fort Monroe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Fort Monroe, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17576908181

Visit website

Lee Hall Mansion

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17578883371

Visit website

The Newsome House Museum & Cultural Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17572472360

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 125.2 and 304.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
125.2 mi into trip | ~2h 20m in | I 64

Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Richmond

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 64 East: Richmond
8
215.2 mi into trip | ~3h 58m 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
239.3 mi into trip | ~4h 25m 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
304.8 mi into trip | ~5h 39m in

Take the exit toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

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 265C Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
9
304.9 mi into trip | ~5h 40m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left / right lanes. Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.85 one way

$95.70 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 107 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $52.32 $104.64
premium $4.70 $56.63 $113.27
diesel $5.61 $67.56 $135.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 107.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 91.8 1 $32.13 $14.69
Efficient EV 76.5 0 $26.78 $12.24
EV Truck/SUV 122.4 1 $42.84 $19.58

Gas CO2

107 kg

EV CO2

36 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Dublin, VA

Late night in Dublin on Tuesday

Local time

4:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hampton, VA

Late night in Hampton on Tuesday

Local time

4:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

5h 43m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 306.2-mile trip. The route involves a significant amount of local road navigation, indicated by the 0% highway share and the mention of VA 100 South and Cleburne Boulevard. While I-64 East will offer some faster stretches, the overall character suggests a route where you'll be actively steering and managing turns frequently. Without a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, it's wise to anticipate regular changes in scenery and speed as you transition between local roads and the interstate. This drive will keep you engaged behind the wheel.

90% 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: 154.2 mi on I 64.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 125.2 miles in near I 64.

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 306 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 125.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 215.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 239.3 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.

Between Dublin, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach.

Norfolk

215.2 mi in | ~3h 58m

Virginia Beach

239.3 mi in | ~4h 25m

About the Cities

Arriving in Hampton, VA

Full guide →

Hampton is a city in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 43m. Total distance: 306 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 154.2 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 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 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 125.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 215.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 239.3 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 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at 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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