Origin
Farmville, VA
Afternoon in Farmville on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmville, VA to East Hampton, 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 58m
Distance
139.2 mi
224 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 48m
★
6 AM
2h 59m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmville, VA
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East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
This 139.2-mile drive from Farmville, VA to East Hampton, VA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 58 minutes. You'll primarily travel on I 64, with portions of Hull Street Road and Patrick Henry Highway also part of the journey. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $22, making it a budget-friendly excursion. Passing through the Southeast region of Virginia, this route offers a mixed driving experience. With only one recommended stop, you'll have plenty of flexibility to tailor your 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
69.6 miles from Farmville, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 61.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| Hull Street Road | 21.6 mi | 32m |
| Patrick Henry Highway | 17.2 mi | 21m |
| Holly Farms Road | 9.3 mi | 12m |
| Pocahontas Parkway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| East 3rd Street | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Chippenham Parkway | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| VA 134 | 4.4 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 61.4 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmville, VA and East Hampton, VA.
1
Start on this road
140 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 460 BUS
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
East 3rd Street
3
Turn left onto VA 307
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Holly Farms Road
4
Turn left onto US 360
17 mi
·
21 min
·
Patrick Henry Highway
5
Continue on US 360
22 mi
·
32 min
·
Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward VA 150 South
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto VA 150
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Chippenham Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on VA 150
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Pocahontas Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 295 North: Washington
Use the slight left lane.
10
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
this road
11
Merge onto I 295
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 28
Toward I 64, US 60: Norfolk, Richmond, Richmond International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 64, US 60 West: Norfolk, Richmond, Seven Pines
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 64: Richmond, Norfolk
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 64
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit onto VA 134
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
VA 134
Exit 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
VA 134
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southerland Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Southerland Drive
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 2-hour and 58-minute drive, departing in the morning will give you ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, you can plan your stops accordingly, and the single recommended stop allows for flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 61.4 miles on I 64, to ensure you don't need to detour for gas. Your flexibility on this route is a major advantage, allowing you to adjust your timing as needed.
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 69.6 miles from Farmville, VA, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.4 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 31 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.6 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Farmville, 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 Farmville, VA
This is one driving day of about 139.2 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Farmville, 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 61.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.6 miles from Farmville, 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 61.4 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 54.8 and 134.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward VA 150 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward VA 150 South
7
68.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 North: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 295 North: Washington
8
71.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 64, US 60: Norfolk, Richmond, Richmond International Airport
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 28
Toward I 64, US 60: Norfolk, Richmond, Richmond...
8
134.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
VA 134
Take the exit onto VA 134 toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
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 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South...
8
134.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
VA 134
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134 toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boul...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.77 one way
$43.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.80 | $47.60 |
| premium | $4.70 | $25.76 | $51.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.73 | $61.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.62 | $6.68 |
| Efficient EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.18 | $5.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.49 | $8.91 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
East Hampton, VA
Afternoon in East Hampton on Sunday
Local time
4:23 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
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 58m 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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
$15
near mile 115.2
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
near mile 139.2
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...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 57.6
View on nps.gov
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a mixed drive, with 57% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 61.4 miles on I 64, offering a chance for consistent speed. Expect the character of the road to shift as you transition between the interstate and local roads like Hull Street Road and Patrick Henry Highway. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and more varied driving conditions along the way.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.4 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 54.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 139.2 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 54.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.3 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Farmville, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Richmond, Richmond International Airport, Seven Pines and Norfolk.
Richmond
71.3 mi in
|
~1h 38m
Richmond International Airport
71.3 mi in
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~1h 38m
Seven Pines
71.6 mi in
|
~1h 38m
Norfolk
72 mi in
|
~1h 39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 58m. Total distance: 139.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.4 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 East 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 54.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument and Petersburg National Battlefield (4 total within detour distance). 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 East Hampton, 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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