This 96.3-mile drive from Hampton, VA to Woodlake, VA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours to complete. The majority of your journey, about 79% of it, will be on highways, making it a straightforward cruise. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $15, this route is an economical choice for a quick excursion within the Southeast region of Virginia. You won't need to worry about finding places to stay overnight, as it's designed for a direct journey. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, perfect for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
61.1 mi
1h 7m
Hull Street Road
10.8 mi
18m
Pocahontas Parkway
7.9 mi
9m
Chippenham Parkway
5.5 mi
5m
Hampton Roads Beltway
2.5 mi
3m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
2.1 mi
2m
Woodlake Village Parkway
1.5 mi
3m
North Armistead Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 61.1 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, VA and Woodlake, 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 WestUse 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 200Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NCUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NCUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 295 South: Rocky Mount NCUse the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 295 South
13
Merge onto I 295
2.1 mi·2 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi·52 sec
Exit 25Toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International AirportUse the slight right lane.
15
Continue on VA 895
7.9 mi·9 min·Pocahontas Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on VA 150
5.5 mi·5 min·Chippenham Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, AmeliaUse the right lane.
18
Continue on US 360
11 mi·18 min·Hull Street Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto SR 3600
0.7 mi·1 min·Woodlake Village Parkway
20
Turn left onto SR 3600
0.8 mi·1 min·Woodlake Village Parkway
21
Turn right
344 ft·25 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this is a 2-hour drive covering 96.3 miles, you have plenty of flexibility. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should allow you to avoid major traffic. With no designated stops in the data, you can plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps when you feel the need for a stretch, especially during the 61.1-mile segment on I 64. The estimated fuel cost is only $15, so you won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. A practical tip: be aware that Hull Street Road might offer a different driving experience than the interstates, so adjust your speed accordingly as you get closer to Woodlake.
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 48.1 miles from Hampton, VA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.1 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 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 55m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodlake, 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 96.3 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Hampton, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 61.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 65 and 83.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
8
65.5 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC
7
65.9 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC
8
69.9 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward VA 895 Toll West: 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 25
Toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond Int...
7
83.8 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.06 one way
$30.12 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$16.47
$32.93
premium
$4.70
$17.82
$35.65
diesel
$5.61
$21.26
$42.52
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.9
0
$10.11
$4.62
Efficient EV
24.1
0
$8.43
$3.85
EV Truck/SUV
38.5
0
$13.48
$6.16
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Hampton, VA
Morning
in Hampton on Tuesday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Woodlake, VA
Morning
in Woodlake on Tuesday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
17 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
2h 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
~4 min detour
$15
near mile 23.2
Park Closure: Rehabilitation of Colonial Parkway Continues
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...
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...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
Free
near mile 79.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a primarily highway-focused experience on this 96.3-mile route. You'll spend a significant 79% of your time on major roadways like I 64 and Pocahontas Parkway, indicating a good pace for most of the drive. The longest stretch without needing to make a major road change is a solid 61.1 miles on I 64, allowing for extended periods of steady driving. While the profile suggests a highway-focused drive, keep an eye on Hull Street Road for a change of pace as you approach your destination.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.1 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Hull Street Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 65 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 16 significant decision points across 96.3 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 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. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.9 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.
Between Hampton, VA and Woodlake, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount, Richmond International Airport and Amelia.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 96.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.1 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 Woodlake, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: 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. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument and Petersburg National Battlefield. 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 Woodlake, VA before heading back.
