Traveling from East Hampton to Manassas covers 166 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 16 minutes. Since this trip is well within the range of a single day, you can comfortably make the journey in one go without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-95, I-64, and Dumfries Road, keeping your travel costs efficient with an estimated fuel budget of $27. Because both locations sit within the Southeast region of Virginia, the drive remains geographically consistent throughout. It is a straightforward, highway-focused route that serves as a reliable connection between these two areas. Expect a functional trip that prioritizes speed and direct access over leisurely wandering.
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
83 miles from East Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 36m 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
15.8 mi
23m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
11.9 mi
12m
East Mercury Boulevard
3.7 mi
6m
VA 134
0.9 mi
1m
Grant Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
VA 234 BUS
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 66 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, VA and Manassas, 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
Take the exit onto VA 234 BUS
0.3 mi·43 sec·VA 234 BUS
16
Turn left onto VA 234 BUS
1.7 mi·3 min·Dumfries Road
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on VA 234 BUS
0.3 mi·42 sec·Grant Avenue
18
Enter roundabout onto VA 234 BUS
66 ft·1 sec·Grant Avenue
19
Continue on VA 234 BUS
0.4 mi·53 sec·Grant Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
VA 234 BUS
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 16-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid the worst of regional traffic. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, especially since you will be spending the bulk of the 166 miles behind the wheel. Because the drive is highway-intensive, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that long 66-mile stretch on I-95 where services might be spaced further apart. With a $27 fuel estimate, filling up before you leave East Hampton is a smart way to simplify your logistics. Prioritize checking real-time traffic reports for the I-95 corridor before you depart to ensure your arrival in Manassas goes as smoothly as possible.
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 83 miles from East Hampton, VA, or about 1h 36m 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 37 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83 miles or 1h 36m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manassas, 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 166 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 148.9 — 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
148.9 mi into trip|~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward VA 234 North: Manassas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 152B
Toward VA 234 North: Manassas
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.96 one way
$51.92 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$28.38
$56.77
premium
$4.70
$30.72
$61.45
diesel
$5.61
$36.65
$73.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.8
0
$17.43
$7.97
Efficient EV
41.5
0
$14.52
$6.64
EV Truck/SUV
66.4
0
$23.24
$10.62
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Manassas, VA
Morning
in Manassas on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Ashland, VA
83 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
1 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 16m 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?
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed transit, as 77% of this route takes place on major highways. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 66 miles on I-95. While the initial segments lean heavily on arterial highway travel, the character of the road shifts as you transition onto Dumfries Road for the final leg. This mix ensures you spend most of your time maintaining consistent speeds, punctuated by a slightly more localized driving experience toward the end of your arrival in Manassas. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that requires your full attention on the faster, busier interstate sections.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 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?
9/10
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 4.8 miles in near I 64.
Driving Effort9/10
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 15 significant decision points across 166 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
349 ft10 ft
Total Climb
445 ft
Total Descent
147 ft
Highest Point
349 ft
~154.1 mi in
Elevation Range
339 ft
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 Manassas, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Rocky Mount along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 166 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). 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 Manassas, 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 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Manassas, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
