Origin
Emporia, VA
Afternoon in Emporia on Sunday
Local time
12:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Emporia, VA to Newport News, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
86.7 mi
139 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Emporia, VA
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Newport News, VA
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Trip Overview
Emporia, VA to Newport News, VA is 86.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m via US 58, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a highway-focused trip that should feel pretty straightforward for a single day. You'll likely find it a convenient option if you're looking for a direct connection between these two points without a lot of complexity. Plan for about $14 in fuel costs for this 86.7-mile journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.3 miles from Emporia, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 58 | 56.4 mi | 1h 13m |
| Godwin Boulevard | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| James River Bridge | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Benns Church Boulevard | 4 mi | 5m |
| Brewers Neck Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Carrollton Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Atlantic Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 58
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emporia, VA and Newport News, VA.
1
Start on Hicksford Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Hicksford Avenue
2
Continue on Lee Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lee Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Southampton Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Southampton Street
4
Turn right onto US 58 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Atlantic Street
5
Turn right onto US 58
56 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
US 58
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward VA 10, VA 32: Smithfield, Newport News
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto VA 10; VA 32
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Godwin Boulevard
8
Continue on VA 10; VA 32
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Benns Church Boulevard
9
Turn right onto VA 32
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Benns Grant Boulevard
10
Turn right onto US 258; VA 32
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Brewers Neck Boulevard
11
Turn left onto US 17; US 258; VA 32
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Carrollton Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 17; US 258; VA 32
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
James River Bridge
13
Continue on US 17; US 258; VA 32
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mercury Boulevard
14
Turn left onto US 17; VA 143
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Pilot House Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pilot House Drive
16
Turn left
438 ft
·
32 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under 2 hours, this drive offers a lot of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving Emporia, VA in the morning or early afternoon should give you ample time to reach Newport News, VA before dark. With only 86.7 miles, you won't need many stops, but there are no designated stops mentioned in the data, so plan your own if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 56.4-mile stretch on US 58, as services might be less frequent than on interstates. A practical tip is to ensure you have your preferred navigation set for Godwin Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue as you near Newport News, as these roads will guide you into the city.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.3 miles from Emporia, VA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.3 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport News, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Emporia, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Emporia, VA
This is one driving day of about 86.7 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Emporia, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 58 for about 56.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from Emporia, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 71.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Southampton Street
At end of road, turn right onto Southampton Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 58
Turn right onto US 58
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward VA 10, VA 32: Smithfield, Newport News
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward VA 10, VA 32: Smithfield, Newport News
4
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
VA 32 / Benns Grant Boulevard
Turn right onto VA 32 / Benns Grant Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
71.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
|
US 258; VA 32 / Brewers Neck Boulevard
Turn right onto US 258; VA 32 / Brewers Neck Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.56 one way
$27.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.82 | $29.65 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.05 | $32.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.14 | $5.55 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Newport News, VA
Afternoon in Newport News on Sunday
Local time
12:20 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.
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
18 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
1h 59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a highway-focused drive, with 65% of the journey taking place on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 56.4 miles on US 58, offering a sustained period of highway travel. The primary roads involved are US 58, Godwin Boulevard, and Jefferson Avenue, suggesting a transition from a more main highway into more localized roads as you approach your destination. Expect a driving experience that leans towards efficiency and steady progress rather than winding backroads.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.4 mi on US 58.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 58 and Godwin Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Southampton Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Southampton Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 58): Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 86.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on US 58. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Southampton Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 58): Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Newport News, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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