FIREFLY Restaurant + Game Room
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14342021050
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 42m
Distance
407.5 mi
656 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lebanon, VA
Jo Kassis
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
This 407.2-mile drive from Lebanon, VA, to East Hampton, VA, is estimated to take about 7 hours and 42 minutes, making it a feasible, albeit long, day trip. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with a 0% highway share, suggesting a more intimate journey through Virginia's Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $65 and a plan for two stops, this route offers a budget-friendly option for travelers seeking a direct, turn-heavy experience. Consider this drive if you prefer a continuous local road exploration over interstate travel.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
203.8 miles from Lebanon, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 53m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 196.9 mi | 3h 35m |
| I 64 | 151.7 mi | 2h 46m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 22.9 mi | 25m |
| US 19 | 18.1 mi | 25m |
| I 77 | 7.1 mi | 7m |
| VA 134 | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| East Main Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Cummings Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, VA and East Hampton, VA.
Start on US 19 Business
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 19
Turn left onto US 11
Turn right onto Preston Street Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto Bradley Street Southwest
At end of road, turn right onto US 58 ALT; VA 75
Take the exit
Merge onto I 81; US 58
Continue on I 77; I 81; US 11; US 52
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81; US 11
Continue on I 64; I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
Take the exit
Continue on I 295
Take the exit
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit onto VA 134
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
Arrive at destination
Given the 7-hour 42-minute duration, an early morning departure from Lebanon, VA, is recommended to comfortably reach East Hampton, VA, within daylight. With two planned stops, you can pace yourself every few hours, breaking up the 407.2 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local road driving can sometimes be less predictable for finding services compared to major highways. A specific tip for this route: be sure to have your navigation set accurately for US 19 South, as it serves as a key artery for the initial leg of your journey.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 90 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 203.8 miles or 3h 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 6h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lebanon, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lebanon, VA
This is one driving day of about 407.5 miles and 7h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
204 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.
A short stop after about 90 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 203.8 miles from Lebanon, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 196.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Charlottesville, Virginia
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14342021050
Monticello Café
Charlottesville, Virginia
Belle Restaurant and Bakery
Charlottesville, Virginia
Top Coffee Stop
Glen Allen, Virginia
Later in the drive, short detour
Hours: 8:30 am–2:30 pm
+18044243399
Corner Bakery
Glen Allen, Virginia
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14342021050
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Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 8:30 am–3:30 pm
+14349849800
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Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+14343288755
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Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 5–9 pm
+14349717044
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Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 5–9 pm
+14349717800
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Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm
+14349797647
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Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: 9:30 am–9:30 pm
+18049340144
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hours: 4–10 pm
+14348259496
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: 8:30 am–2:30 pm
+18044243399
Later in the drive, short detour
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18044473766
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: 9 am–9 pm
+18047996041
Later in the drive, short detour
Richmond, Virginia
+18043088837
Around the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+15402401878
Around the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Hampton, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteLater in the drive, ~9 min detour
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Salem, Virginia
+18668167584
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Roanoke, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18776642738
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
+14349797264
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
+14349848000
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Charlottesville, Virginia
+14344433207
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
+14344002100
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Charlottesville, Virginia
Near the end, right off the route
Hampton, Virginia
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+17577276348
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hampton, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17577270900
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+17572209220
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Fort Monroe, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+17576908181
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+18557761765
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: 2–9 pm
+17576032594
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 86.2 and 403.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81; US 11 toward I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Take the exit onto VA 134 toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134 toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$63.72 one way
$127.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $69.68 | $139.35 |
| premium | $4.70 | $75.42 | $150.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $89.97 | $179.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 142.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 122.3 | 1 | $42.79 | $19.56 |
| Efficient EV | 101.9 | 1 | $35.66 | $16.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 163 | 2 | $57.05 | $26.08 |
Gas CO2
143 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Lebanon on Saturday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in East Hampton on Saturday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, characterized by its 0% highway share. The journey unfolds primarily via US 19 South, Russell Road Northwest, and Valley Street Northwest, indicating a progression through various local thoroughfares rather than high-speed highways. Without a designated longest uninterrupted stretch, be prepared for frequent changes in direction and speed limits. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be actively navigating local roads, offering a more engaged driving experience.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 86.2 miles in near I 81; US 11.
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 15 significant decision points across 407.5 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 86.2 miles (I 81; US 11): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 316.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 340.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lebanon, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
Virginia Beach
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 42m. Total distance: 407.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 42m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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