If you are planning to travel from East Hampton to Hopewell, expect a journey covering 182.4 miles. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 41 minutes of travel time, making this an ideal one-day excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your path will take you along East Mercury Boulevard, I-64 West, and I-295 as you navigate through the Southeast region of Virginia. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, the trip is quite economical for a solo driver or a small group. Since the route is manageable in a single day, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule.
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
91.2 miles from East Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
66 mi
1h 13m
I 64
61.1 mi
1h 7m
Dumfries Road
14.2 mi
20m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
11.9 mi
12m
Prince William Parkway
7.8 mi
10m
East Mercury Boulevard
3.7 mi
6m
I 66
3.3 mi
3m
Antioch Road
3.2 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 66 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, VA and Hopewell, 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 200Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NCUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi·2 min
Toward I 295 North: WashingtonUse 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 43AToward I 95 North: WashingtonUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 95
46 mi·49 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; US 17
1.6 mi·1 min·I 95; US 17
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
12
Merge onto I 95
19 mi·21 min·I 95
Use the slight left lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 152BToward VA 234 North: ManassasUse the right lane.
14
Continue on VA 234
14 mi·20 min·Dumfries Road
15
Continue on VA 234
7.8 mi·10 min·Prince William Parkway
Use the left lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 66 West: Front RoyalUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on this road
0.9 mi·2 min·this road
Toward I 66 West: Front Royal
18
Merge onto I 66
3.3 mi·3 min·I 66
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Exit 40Toward US 15: Haymarket, LeesburgUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
387 ft·11 sec
Toward US 15 South: Warrenton, HaymarketUse the left lane.
21
Merge onto US 15
0.3 mi·30 sec·James Madison Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Turn right onto VA 55
0.9 mi·1 min·John Marshall Highway
23
Turn right onto Antioch Road
3.2 mi·5 min·Antioch Road
24
At end of road, turn left onto SR 601
0.9 mi·1 min·Waterfall Road
25
Continue on SR 601
1.3 mi·3 min·Hopewell Road
26
Turn right onto SR 700
62 ft·2 sec·Creels Lane
27
Arrive at destination
SR 700
Trip Plan
Because this trip involves a significant amount of local driving, timing your departure to avoid peak traffic on East Mercury Boulevard is a smart move. Plan for at least one stop during your 182.4-mile journey to stretch your legs and refresh, as the constant turning can be more taxing than standard highway driving. Since the fuel cost is estimated at $29, keeping a full tank before you depart will ensure you don't have to hunt for stations in unfamiliar areas. You have the advantage of a short total duration, so feel free to take your time and pace your drive to fit your needs. Staying focused on navigation is key, as the local nature of the roads means you will need to watch your signage closely.
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 91.2 miles from East Hampton, VA, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66 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 40 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.2 miles or 1h 45m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopewell, 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.
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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 East Hampton, VA
This is one driving day of about 182.4 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 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 95 for about 66 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 65.9 and 175.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
8
175.7 mi into trip|~3h 28m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Haymarket, Leesburg
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 40
Toward US 15: Haymarket, Leesburg
9
175.9 mi into trip|~3h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 15 South: Warrenton, Haymarket
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 15 South: Warrenton, Haymarket
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.52 one way
$57.05 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$31.19
$62.38
premium
$4.70
$33.76
$67.52
diesel
$5.61
$40.27
$80.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.7
0
$19.15
$8.76
Efficient EV
45.6
0
$15.96
$7.30
EV Truck/SUV
73
0
$25.54
$11.67
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026
Origin
East Hampton, VA
Morning
in East Hampton on Tuesday
Local time
10:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hopewell, VA
Morning
in Hopewell on Tuesday
Local time
10:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Bowling Green, VA
91 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
20 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
3h 41m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a straightforward interstate grind, this route focuses on local navigation rather than high-speed highway cruising, as the highway share is 0%. You will experience a series of transitions as you move between local roads, requiring you to stay alert through various turns. Because there is no single longest stretch of uninterrupted highway, the drive maintains a consistent, active pace throughout the entire 3-hour and 41-minute duration. It is a practical route that favors steady movement over long periods of cruise-control driving.
76% 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: 66 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 65.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 20 significant decision points across 182.4 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 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; at 79.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from East Hampton, VA to Hopewell, 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 3h 41m. Total distance: 182.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 Hopewell, 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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 79.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Hopewell, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
