Traveling from Kenbridge to Virginia Beach covers 139.4 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 34 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey remains within the Southeast region of Virginia, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $22 on fuel for the trek. The route relies primarily on local roads like South Grace Street, East 5th Avenue, and South Hill Road rather than major interstates. It serves as a straightforward day trip for those looking to transition from the rural interior to the coast. Since you won't be dealing with high-speed highway traffic, you can plan for a steady, relaxed pace throughout the drive.
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
69.7 miles from Kenbridge, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Southampton Parkway
62.1 mi
1h 20m
I 264
24.5 mi
34m
Christanna Highway
12 mi
17m
Governor Harrison Parkway
9.8 mi
13m
Pleasant Shade Drive
6.4 mi
8m
West Atlantic Street
5.1 mi
6m
Dundas Road
4.8 mi
8m
Danieltown Road
3.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Southampton Parkway
— 62.1 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenbridge, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
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Start on SR 1101
0.4 mi·59 sec·East 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto SR 1110
520 ft·16 sec·South Grace Street
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Turn right onto VA 137; VA 138
1.5 mi·2 min·East 5th Avenue
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Continue on VA 137; VA 138
1.9 mi·2 min·South Hill Road
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Turn left onto VA 137
1.6 mi·2 min·Dundas Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Continue on VA 137
3.2 mi·5 min·Dundas Road
7
Continue on VA 137
3.4 mi·5 min·Danieltown Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto VA 46
12 mi·17 min·Christanna Highway
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Continue on VA 46
0.5 mi·1 min·Windsor Avenue
10
Continue on VA 46
0.2 mi·40 sec·West Church Street
11
Turn left onto US 58 Business
0.3 mi·49 sec·North Main Street
12
Continue on US 58 Business
1.3 mi·2 min·Lawrenceville Plank Road
13
Take the ramp onto US 58 Business
0.2 mi·21 sec·US 58 Business
14
Merge onto US 58
9.8 mi·13 min·Governor Harrison Parkway
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Continue on US 58
6.4 mi·8 min·Pleasant Shade Drive
16
Continue on US 58
5.1 mi·6 min·West Atlantic Street
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Continue on US 58
62 mi·1 hr 20 min·Southampton Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 13; US 58; US 460
1.7 mi·2 min·West Military Highway
19
Take the exit onto US 13; US 460
0.7 mi·1 min·US 13; US 460
Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 13; US 460
0.4 mi·56 sec·US 13; US 460
Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
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Merge onto I 664; US 13; US 460
0.6 mi·42 sec·Hampton Roads Beltway
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Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 15AToward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk
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Continue on I 264
7.2 mi·11 min·I 264
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 264; VA 337
17 mi·23 min·I 264; VA 337
Use the slight right lane.
25
Continue on 21st Street
0.4 mi·54 sec·21st Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
0.3 mi·46 sec·Arctic Avenue
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto 25th Street
454 ft·12 sec·25th Street
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Arrive at destination
25th Street
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, you should plan for at least one stop to break up the 139.4-mile journey. Departing early in the day is your best strategy to navigate the turn-heavy sections comfortably before traffic builds up. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the $22 estimated cost is based on consistent driving conditions, and local roads may affect your vehicle's efficiency differently than a highway. Since the entire trip takes under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your pace or take a longer break if needed. Focus on staying alert at intersections, as the reliance on local roads means you will encounter more frequent stops and turns than a typical cross-country interstate route.
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 69.7 miles from Kenbridge, VA, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.1 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 31 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.7 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Virginia Beach, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kenbridge, 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 Kenbridge, VA
This is one driving day of about 139.4 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Kenbridge, 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 Southampton Parkway for about 62.1 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 139 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.9 mi into trip|~6m in|VA 137 / Dundas Road
Turn left onto VA 137 / Dundas Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
112.3 mi into trip|~2h 37m in|US 13; US 460
Keep slight left at fork onto US 13; US 460 toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmout...
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113.3 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15A
Toward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk
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121.3 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|I 264; VA 337
Keep slight right at fork onto I 264; VA 337
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
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139 mi into trip|~3h 16m in|Arctic Avenue
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.80 one way
$43.60 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$23.84
$47.67
premium
$4.70
$25.80
$51.60
diesel
$5.61
$30.78
$61.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.8
0
$14.64
$6.69
Efficient EV
34.9
0
$12.20
$5.58
EV Truck/SUV
55.8
0
$19.52
$8.92
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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 13, 2026
Origin
Kenbridge, VA
Late night
in Kenbridge on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Virginia Beach, VA
Late night
in Virginia Beach on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 13 to 16 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:52AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 4:18AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
53°F
Franklin, VA
70 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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 17m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 125
Park Closure: Road Closure and Fishing Pier Impact
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that prioritizes backroads over high-speed interstate travel. With a highway share of 0%, your experience will be defined by navigating local thoroughfares rather than cruising on monotonous freeways. You will notice that there is no extended highway stretch, as the longest uninterrupted portion occurs on South Grace Street. The personality of this route is consistent and requires your full attention due to the frequent turns and local road transitions. This is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the changing landscape as you move toward the coast.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.1 mi on Southampton Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southampton Parkway and I 264. 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 VA 137 / Dundas Road.
Driving Effort7/10
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 139.4 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 (VA 137 / Dundas Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 112.3 miles (US 13; US 460): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
480 ft8 ft
Total Climb
79 ft
Total Descent
552 ft
Highest Point
480 ft
Elevation Range
472 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kenbridge, VA and Virginia Beach, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Va Beach.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 139.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m 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 62.1 miles on Southampton Parkway. 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 Virginia Beach, 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 (VA 137 / Dundas Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 112.3 miles (US 13; US 460): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Monroe National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Virginia Beach, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
