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East Hampton, VA
Late night in East Hampton on Sunday
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Trip from East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, 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
128.9 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
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.
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Fredericksburg, VA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 128.9 miles, the drive from East Hampton to Fredericksburg is a straightforward journey typically taking 2 hours and 30 minutes. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to move between these two Virginia hubs without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $21 on fuel for the trek, which takes you from the Southeast region toward the inland corridor of the state. Because the route relies on a mix of local roads and interstates, it offers enough variety to keep you engaged throughout the duration. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this distance is manageable for most drivers to handle in one comfortable push.
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
64.5 miles from East Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 61.1 mi | 1h 7m |
| I 95 | 44.1 mi | 47m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 11.9 mi | 12m |
| East Mercury Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| VA 134 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Hanover Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| William Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Plank Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 61.1 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, VA and Fredericksburg, VA.
1
Start on Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southerland Drive
2
Turn left onto US 258
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Mercury Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp onto VA 134
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
VA 134
Toward I 64 West, SR 134 North: Williamsburg, Richmond
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 200
Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 295 North: Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 295
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
2.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 43A
Toward I 95 North: Washington
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 95
44 mi
·
47 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 130A
Toward VA 3 East: Fredericskburg
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto VA 3
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Plank Road
12
Continue on VA 3
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
William Street
13
Turn left onto VA 3 BUS
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
William Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn slight right onto Hanover Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Hanover Street
15
Continue on George Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
George Street
16
Turn left onto Prince Edward Street
400 ft
·
15 sec
·
Prince Edward Street
17
Turn right onto VA 3 BUS
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
William Street
18
Turn right onto US 1 BUS; US 17 BUS; VA 2
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
Princess Anne Street
19
Arrive at destination
US 1 BUS; US 17 BUS; VA 2
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 30-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-64 and I-295 is always a smart move. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs, which will help keep you refreshed during the more technical portions of the drive. Since you are budgeting $21 for fuel, keeping an eye on your gauge while navigating the local road segments ensures you won't be scrambling for a station mid-trip. Because this route is heavy on turns, make sure your cargo is secure before you leave East Hampton. Taking advantage of the route's short length allows you to arrive in Fredericksburg with plenty of energy left for your afternoon or evening plans.
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 64.5 miles from East Hampton, VA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.1 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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.5 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fredericksburg, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Hampton, 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 East Hampton, VA
This is one driving day of about 128.9 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from East Hampton, 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 61.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.5 miles from East Hampton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.1 miles.
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 126 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
65.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
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 200
Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
7
66.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 North: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 295 North: Washington
7
79.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 43A
Toward I 95 North: Washington
7
126 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward VA 3 East: Fredericskburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 130A
Toward VA 3 East: Fredericskburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.16 one way
$40.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.04 | $44.08 |
| premium | $4.70 | $23.86 | $47.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.46 | $56.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.7 | 0 | $13.53 | $6.19 |
| Efficient EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.28 | $5.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.05 | $8.25 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
Fredericksburg, VA
Late night in Fredericksburg on Sunday
Local time
5:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
5 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 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Colonial National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that...
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
$15
near mile 22.2
Park Closure: Rehabilitation of Colonial Parkway Continues
Fort Monroe National Monument
National Monument
Fort Monroe's story spans from prehistory to the 2000s. Kecoughtan Indians occupied Old Point Comfort before the arrival of English colonists. The first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619. Those escapi...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Petersburg National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 66.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires navigating local roads like East Mercury Boulevard before transitioning onto I-64 West and I-295. You will experience a blend of maneuvering through local infrastructure and utilizing major highway arteries to make progress toward your destination. While the highway share is 0%, the integration of interstate segments helps maintain a steady pace despite the technical nature of the local stretches. You will find that the road's personality shifts as you move away from the starting point, requiring you to stay alert through the various transitions.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.1 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 64.
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 14 significant decision points across 128.9 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 4.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Rocky Mount along the way.
Rocky Mount
65.9 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 128.9 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 (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.1 miles on I 64. 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 Fredericksburg, 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 4.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument and Petersburg National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fredericksburg, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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