FIREFLY Restaurant + Game Room
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14342021050
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
227.6 mi
366 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glasgow, VA
Sinitta Leunen
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
This 227.6-mile journey from Glasgow to East Hampton, Virginia, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 4 hours and 16 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, with 83% of the route being interstate, making it a straightforward, highway-focused trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $36, and with only one suggested stop, it's efficient for those looking to cover ground. This drive is entirely within the Southeast region, connecting two points in Virginia. It's a practical option for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.8 miles from Glasgow, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 151.4 mi | 2h 45m |
| I 81 | 32.4 mi | 34m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 22.9 mi | 25m |
| Glasgow Highway | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| VA 134 | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| East Midland Trail | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| South Magnolia Avenue | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| West 29th Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Glasgow, VA and East Hampton, VA.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Anderson Street
Turn left onto SR 684
Turn left onto VA 130
At end of road, turn left onto US 501
Continue on US 501
Turn straight onto US 501
Turn straight onto US 501
Turn left onto US 60
Continue on US 60
Take the exit
Merge onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
Take the exit
Continue on I 295
Take the exit
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit onto VA 134
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
Arrive at destination
Given the 4-hour and 16-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip. Leaving early in the morning will give you ample daylight and allow you to bypass potential rush hour traffic near your destination. With only one recommended stop and an 83% highway share, you can decide on your break timing based on personal comfort. The longest stretch without a planned stop is over 150 miles, so plan your fuel and restroom breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the 151.4-mile mark on I-64, to ensure you don't have to detour for gas.
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.
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 50 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.8 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Glasgow, 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 Glasgow, VA
This is one driving day of about 227.6 miles and 4h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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.
A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 113.8 miles from Glasgow, 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 151.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · early in the drive
Charlottesville, Virginia
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14342021050
Belle Restaurant and Bakery
Charlottesville, Virginia
C & O Restaurant
Charlottesville, Virginia
Best coffee break · final third
Glen Allen, Virginia
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+18044001505
Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News
Newport News, Virginia
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14342021050
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+14343288755
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 5–9 pm
+14349717044
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+17572580007
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 5–9 pm
+14349717800
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm
+14349797647
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 5–9:30 pm
+14349564250
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 8:30 am–3:30 pm
+14349849800
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+18044001505
Near the end, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+17577553134
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Richmond, Virginia
Hours: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
+18045916191
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lexington, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
+18668167584
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18333994638
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lexington, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+19499452000
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
+14349848000
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
+14349797264
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
+14344433207
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
+14344002100
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
Near the end, right off the route
Hampton, Virginia
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+17577276348
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hampton, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17577270900
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Fort Monroe, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+17576908181
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Henrico, Virginia
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+18042629887
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+17572209220
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+17578883371
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 46.2 and 223.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
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
Regular Gas
$35.59 one way
$71.18 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $38.92 | $77.83 |
| premium | $4.70 | $42.12 | $84.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.25 | $100.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.3 | 0 | $23.90 | $10.92 |
| Efficient EV | 56.9 | 0 | $19.92 | $9.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91 | 1 | $31.86 | $14.57 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Glasgow on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in East Hampton on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with the majority of your travel occurring on interstates. You'll spend 83% of your time on high-speed roads, offering a consistent driving pace. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 151.4 miles on I-64, so be prepared for an extended period of interstate travel. While the profile is highway-focused, the extensive use of I-64 and I-81 means you'll be navigating major arteries for most of the journey. This character suggests a focus on efficiency over winding backroads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 46.2 miles in near I 64.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 227.6 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 46.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 160.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Glasgow, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
Virginia Beach
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 16m. Total distance: 227.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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