Origin
Halifax, VA
Morning in Halifax on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Halifax, VA to East Hampton, VA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 56m
Distance
186.9 mi
301 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 43m
★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 3m
3 PM
4h 7m
5 PM
4h 21m
8 PM
3h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Halifax, VA
Boris Hamer
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
Halifax, VA to East Hampton, VA is 186.9 miles and takes about 3h 56m via I 64, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Virginia, connecting the Southeast region. You'll find it's a mixed drive, not a purely interstate experience, but manageable for a single day. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward drive without extensive planning, focusing on reaching your destination efficiently.
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
93.5 miles from Halifax, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 61.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| Kings Highway | 39.7 mi | 47m |
| West Patrick Henry Highway | 24.6 mi | 31m |
| Hull Street Road | 21.6 mi | 32m |
| Pocahontas Parkway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| James D Hagood Highway | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| Bethel Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Chippenham Parkway | 5.3 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 61.4 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Halifax, VA and East Hampton, VA.
1
Start on SR T-1110
265 ft
·
14 sec
·
Houston Street
2
Turn right onto US 501; VA 360
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on VA 360
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Bethel Road
4
Turn left onto US 360
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
James D Hagood Highway
5
Continue on US 360
40 mi
·
47 min
·
Kings Highway
6
Merge onto US 360; US 460
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Colonial Trail Highway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 360
25 mi
·
31 min
·
West Patrick Henry Highway
8
Continue on US 360
22 mi
·
32 min
·
Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward VA 150 South
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto VA 150
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Chippenham Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on VA 150
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Pocahontas Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 295 North: Washington
Use the slight left lane.
13
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
this road
14
Merge onto I 295
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
15
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.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 64, US 60 West: Norfolk, Richmond, Seven Pines
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 64: Richmond, Norfolk
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk
Use the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto I 64
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
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.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
4.2 mi
·
7 min
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VA 134
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southerland Drive
23
Arrive at destination
Southerland Drive
Trip Plan
Given this is a single-day trip of under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Aim to leave mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop, focus on a quick fuel and stretch break. Pay attention to the highway share; while not overwhelmingly interstate, be aware of potential shifts in speed limits as you transition between I 64 and other main roads like West Patrick Henry Highway.
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 93.5 miles from Halifax, VA, or about 2h 1m 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 41 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.5 miles or 2h 1m 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 15m
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 Halifax, 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 Halifax, VA
This is one driving day of about 186.9 miles and 3h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Halifax, 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
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.5 miles from Halifax, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 102.5 and 182.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
102.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m 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
116.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m 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
119 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m 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
182.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 47m 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
182.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 48m 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
$29.23 one way
$58.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $31.96 | $63.91 |
| premium | $4.70 | $34.59 | $69.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.27 | $82.53 |
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: 65.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.1 | 0 | $19.62 | $8.97 |
| Efficient EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.35 | $7.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.8 | 0 | $26.17 | $11.96 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Morning in East Hampton on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
5 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 56m 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.
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 186.9
Park Closure: Road Closure and Fishing Pier Impact
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
$15
near mile 161.2
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
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 109.6
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...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 38.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive presents a mixed profile, with 42% of the journey on highways. While I 64 accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 61.4 miles, you'll also navigate roads like Kings Highway and West Patrick Henry Highway. Expect a blend of faster-paced highway driving and sections that might feel more like local thoroughfares. The transition between these road types is a key characteristic of this particular route.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 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 102.5 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 15 significant decision points across 186.9 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 102.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 119 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 Halifax, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Richmond, Richmond International Airport, Seven Pines and Norfolk.
Richmond
119 mi in
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~2h 35m
Richmond International Airport
119 mi in
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~2h 35m
Seven Pines
119.4 mi in
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~2h 36m
Norfolk
119.7 mi in
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~2h 37m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 186.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 102.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 119 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Monroe National Monument, Colonial National Historical Park and Petersburg National Battlefield (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at East Hampton, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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