Traveling from Hopewell to Hampton is a straightforward 77.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should cover your expenses for this direct transit between these two Southeast Virginia locations. The route relies heavily on major infrastructure, making it a reliable choice if you prioritize efficiency over scenic detours. Whether you are heading to the coast for business or a quick getaway, this drive offers a simple, low-stress connection across the region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39 miles from Hopewell, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
54.3 mi
1h
Roxbury Road
13.3 mi
17m
Emmaus Church Road
3 mi
4m
East Randolph Road
2 mi
3m
Jordan Point Road
1.9 mi
2m
James River Drive
1.9 mi
2m
North Armistead Avenue
0.4 mi
1m
West Pembroke Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 54.3 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopewell, VA and Hampton, VA.
1
Start on VA 10
2.0 mi·3 min·East Randolph Road
2
Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS
1.9 mi·2 min·James River Drive
3
Turn left onto VA 106; VA 156
1.9 mi·2 min·Jordan Point Road
4
Continue on VA 106; VA 156
13 mi·17 min·Roxbury Road
5
Continue on VA 106
3.0 mi·4 min·Emmaus Church Road
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
7
Merge onto I 64; VA 33
54 mi·1 hr·I 64; VA 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi·25 sec
Exit 265CToward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force BaseUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
199 ft·6 sec
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force BaseUse the left / right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road
0.2 mi·21 sec·Rip Rap Road
11
Turn sharp left onto VA 134
0.4 mi·1 min·North Armistead Avenue
12
Turn left onto VA 351
0.3 mi·39 sec·West Pembroke Avenue
13
Turn right onto North King Street
524 ft·19 sec·North King Street
14
Continue on North King Street
432 ft·18 sec·North King Street
15
Arrive at destination
North King Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive with no formal stops required, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure your 1 hour and 34-minute travel time stays consistent, especially when merging onto I-64. Because you won't need to refuel mid-trip, you can easily handle the drive in one go without needing extended breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $12, so topping off your tank in Hopewell before you head out is a smart way to streamline your arrival. Use the lack of mandatory stops to your advantage by keeping your schedule open for whatever you have planned once you reach Hampton.
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 39 miles from Hopewell, VA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.3 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39 miles or 48m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hopewell, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hopewell, VA
This is one driving day of about 77.9 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Hopewell, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 54.3 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 77.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
3.9 mi into trip|~5m in|VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road
Turn left onto VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road
Navigation decision point
5
22.5 mi into trip|~30m in|I 64; VA 33
Merge onto I 64; VA 33
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
76.7 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
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 265C
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
9
76.9 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
4
77.5 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|VA 351 / West Pembroke Avenue
Turn left onto VA 351 / West Pembroke Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.18 one way
$24.36 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$13.32
$26.64
premium
$4.70
$14.42
$28.84
diesel
$5.61
$17.20
$34.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.4
0
$8.18
$3.74
Efficient EV
19.5
0
$6.82
$3.12
EV Truck/SUV
31.2
0
$10.91
$4.99
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Hopewell, VA
Morning
in Hopewell on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hampton, VA
Morning
in Hampton on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
West Point, VA
39 mi in
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
18 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
1h 34m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 70% of this trip is spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-64, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 54.3 miles that allows for steady, consistent cruising. Outside of the interstate segments, your path incorporates local connections like Roxbury Road and Emmaus Church Road to bridge the gap between your starting point and the highway. This transition from local surface streets to the interstate creates a functional rhythm, moving you quickly from the outskirts of Hopewell toward the Hampton area. It is a practical, utilitarian drive designed to get you to your destination with minimal fuss.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.3 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Roxbury Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles (I 64; VA 33): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 77.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.3 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles (I 64; VA 33): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hampton, VA before heading back.
