Kings Park West, VA to Chesapeake, VA is 187.5 miles and takes about 3h 47m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip primarily traversing Virginia's Southeast region. You'll mostly be on major highways, making it a convenient option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. The drive is under four hours, so it's well within reach for a same-day journey without feeling rushed. Factor in a single recommended stop to break up 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
93.7 miles from Kings Park West, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
74.6 mi
1h 23m
I 64
66.8 mi
1h 15m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
13 mi
14m
Hampton Roads Beltway
6.8 mi
8m
Ox Road
4.9 mi
7m
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi
4m
Fairfax County Parkway
2.3 mi
3m
Chesapeake Boulevard
2.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 74.6 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kings Park West, VA and Chesapeake, VA.
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Start on this road
469 ft·35 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 4801
0.3 mi·56 sec·Commonwealth Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Roberts Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Roberts Road
4
Continue on SR 6197
1.5 mi·3 min·Roberts Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto VA 286
2.3 mi·3 min·Fairfax County Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto SR 643
1.1 mi·1 min·Lee Chapel Road
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto VA 123
4.9 mi·7 min·Ox Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on VA 123
0.9 mi·1 min·Gordon Boulevard
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Fredericksburg
10
Merge onto I 95
26 mi·30 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
49 mi·53 min·I 95
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
1.9 mi·2 min
Exit 84AToward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va BeachUse the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Merge onto I 295
13 mi·14 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
1.3 mi·2 min
Exit 28AToward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 64
67 mi·1 hr 15 min·I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64; US 60
342 ft·5 sec·Hampton Roads Beltway
17
Continue on I 64; US 60
3.5 mi·4 min·Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
18
Continue on I 64; US 60
6.7 mi·8 min·Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 278Toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto VA 194
2.1 mi·3 min·Chesapeake Boulevard
Use the left lane.
21
Turn straight
135 ft·7 sec
22
Turn left onto VA 247
1.1 mi·1 min·Ballentine Boulevard
23
Turn right onto VA 166
0.9 mi·1 min·East Princess Anne Road
24
Turn left onto VA 166
0.6 mi·1 min·Park Avenue
25
Turn left onto US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.3 mi·57 sec·East Brambleton Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
26
Continue on US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.7 mi·1 min·Campostella Road
27
Turn right onto US 460; VA 166
0.7 mi·1 min·Wilson Road
Use the right lane.
28
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi·27 sec·22nd Street
29
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi·29 sec·Poindexter Street
Use the straight lane.
30
Turn right onto D Street
412 ft·18 sec·D Street
31
Arrive at destination
D Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 47m duration, starting your drive in the morning from Kings Park West allows ample time to reach Chesapeake before evening. The recommended single stop is a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refuel, especially with the longest stretch being over 74 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the halfway point, as services can sometimes be spread out on interstate corridors. The $29 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting, so plan accordingly before you depart.
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 93.7 miles from Kings Park West, VA, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.6 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 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.7 miles or 1h 53m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chesapeake, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kings Park West, 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 Kings Park West, VA
This is one driving day of about 187.5 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Kings Park West, 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 95 for about 74.6 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 180.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.1 mi into trip|~10m in|SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road
Turn right onto SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
38.2 mi into trip|~52m in|I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
86.8 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va B...
8
101.7 mi into trip|~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
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 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
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180.1 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 278
Toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.32 one way
$58.64 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$32.06
$64.12
premium
$4.70
$34.70
$69.40
diesel
$5.61
$41.40
$82.80
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: 65.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.3
0
$19.69
$9.00
Efficient EV
46.9
0
$16.41
$7.50
EV Truck/SUV
75
0
$26.25
$12.00
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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 18, 2026
Origin
Kings Park West, VA
Late night
in Kings Park West on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Chesapeake, VA
Late night
in Chesapeake on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
28 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 47m 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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
$15
near mile 148.7
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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 168.1
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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 103.4
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 77% of the journey on major interstates. Expect long stretches of consistent speed, including a significant segment of 74.6 miles on I 95. The Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is also part of your path, indicating continued interstate travel. While not overly technical, the extensive highway share means you'll experience a steady pace for the majority of the trip. This profile suggests a drive where the focus is on covering distance rather than exploring winding backroads.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road.
Driving Effort9/10
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 22 significant decision points across 187.5 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 5.1 miles (SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.8 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.
Between Kings Park West, VA and Chesapeake, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
Chesapeake is a town of 245,000 people (2019) in the Hampton Roads region of Eastern Virginia. Chesapeake is a diverse city in which a few urban areas are located; it also has many square miles of protected farmland, forests, and wetlands, including a substantial portion of the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 187.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Chesapeake, 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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument 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 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Chesapeake, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
