Origin
Hampton, VA
Late night in Hampton on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampton, VA to Basye, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 35m
Distance
216.5 mi
348 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 22m
★
6 AM
4h 35m
8 AM
5h 2m
10 AM
4h 45m
12 PM
4h 42m
3 PM
4h 46m
5 PM
5h 1m
8 PM
4h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampton, VA
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Basye, VA
Eric Joseph
Trip Overview
This 216.5-mile journey from Hampton, VA, to Basye, VA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes to complete. You'll primarily travel on I-64, Spotswood Trail, and Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, with about half of your drive on major highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $34, making it an economical option. Given the relatively short duration and distance, this route offers a good deal of flexibility for departure times and stop pacing. Both your starting and ending points are within the Southeast region, so expect a consistent regional feel throughout your drive.
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
108.3 miles from Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 101.3 mi | 1h 50m |
| Spotswood Trail | 30.6 mi | 41m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 22.6 mi | 24m |
| 4th Street | 11.4 mi | 17m |
| James Madison Highway | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| Orkney Grade | 10.5 mi | 18m |
| Old Valley Pike | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| US 211 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 101.3 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, VA and Basye, VA.
1
Start on North King Street
126 ft
·
5 sec
·
North King Street
2
Turn left onto VA 351
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Pembroke Avenue
3
Turn right onto VA 134
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Armistead Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 64 West
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 64
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 200
Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 295 North: Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 295
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 53A
Toward I 64 West: Charlottesville
11
Merge onto I 64
40 mi
·
43 min
·
I 64
Toward I 64 West: Charlottesville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 15: Gordonsville, Palmyra
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 15: Gordonsville, Palmyra
14
Turn straight onto US 15
11 mi
·
15 min
·
James Madison Highway
15
Continue on US 15; US 33
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Martinsburg Avenue
16
Continue on US 15; US 33
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
17
Enter roundabout onto US 33; VA 231
117 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
18
Continue on US 33; VA 231
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Main Street
19
Continue on US 33
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Spotswood Trail
20
Enter roundabout onto US 33; VA 20
83 ft
·
1 sec
·
Spotswood Trail
21
Continue on US 33; VA 20
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Spotswood Trail
22
Continue on US 33
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Stanardsville By-Pass
23
Continue on US 33
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Spotswood Trail
24
Take the exit onto US 33 BUS
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 33 BUS
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto US 33 BUS
363 ft
·
11 sec
·
US 33 BUS
26
Continue on US 340
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stuart Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27
Continue on US 340
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North East Side Highway
28
Continue on US 340
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Third Street
29
Continue on US 340
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
3rd Street
30
Continue on US 340
11 mi
·
17 min
·
4th Street
31
At end of road, turn left onto US 211
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 211
32
Continue on US 211
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East Lee Highway
33
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Congress Street
34
Continue on US 11
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Old Valley Pike
35
Continue on US 11
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
36
Turn left onto VA 263
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bryce Boulevard
37
Continue on VA 263
10 mi
·
18 min
·
Orkney Grade
38
Turn right onto Alum Springs Road
91 ft
·
2 sec
·
Alum Springs Road
39
Arrive at destination
Alum Springs Road
Trip Plan
For this roughly 4.5-hour drive, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Basye without feeling rushed and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where to take a break. Keep in mind the $34 fuel cost and plan your refueling accordingly, perhaps before you leave Hampton or during your longest stretch on I-64. A specific tip for this route: be aware that Spotswood Trail can be a more winding and scenic road, so adjust your speed and enjoy the change of pace after the interstate.
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 108.3 miles from Hampton, VA, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.3 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 48 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.3 miles or 2h 2m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Basye, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving 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 Hampton, VA
This is one driving day of about 216.5 miles and 4h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from 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 64 for about 101.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 108.3 miles from Hampton, 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 101.3 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 130.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m 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 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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
65.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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
130.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Gordonsville, Palmyra
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 US 15: Gordonsville, Palmyra
7
130.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 15: Gordonsville, Palmyra
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 15: Gordonsville, Palmyra
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.86 one way
$67.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $37.02 | $74.04 |
| premium | $4.70 | $40.07 | $80.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.80 | $95.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65 | 0 | $22.73 | $10.39 |
| Efficient EV | 54.1 | 0 | $18.94 | $8.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.6 | 1 | $30.31 | $13.86 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Basye, VA
Late night in Basye on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
16 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
4h 35m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, offering a balance between efficient highway travel and more localized road experiences. With a 49% highway share, you'll spend a significant portion of your time on faster routes. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 101.3 miles on I-64, providing a good opportunity to make solid progress. As you transition off the interstate, expect the route to become more varied, incorporating roads like Spotswood Trail and Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. This blend means you'll experience different driving styles and potentially slower speeds as you approach your destination.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.3 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 3.9 miles in near I 64.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 20 significant decision points across 216.5 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 3.9 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Hampton, VA and Basye, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Palmyra.
Rocky Mount
65 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Palmyra
130.1 mi in
|
~2h 26m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 216.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 101.3 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 Basye, 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 3.9 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Basye, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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