Origin
Newington, VA
Morning in Newington on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newington, VA to Chesapeake, VA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 36m
Distance
182.7 mi
294 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 24m
★
6 AM
3h 36m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 43m
3 PM
3h 46m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newington, VA
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Chesapeake, VA
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Newington, VA, to Chesapeake, VA? This 182.7-mile journey will take you about 3 hours and 36 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day drive. You'll primarily be on I-95 and I-64, with a significant portion on the Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Southeast region. This route is a straightforward highway-focused drive, perfect if you want to get to your destination efficiently.
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
91.3 miles from Newington, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 66.8 mi | 1h 15m |
| I 95 | 48.6 mi | 53m |
| Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway | 32.5 mi | 38m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 13 mi | 14m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Chesapeake Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Ballentine Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 66.8 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newington, VA and Chesapeake, VA.
1
Start on this road
139 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
89 ft
·
12 sec
3
Turn left onto SR 877
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Newington Road
4
Turn left onto SR 877
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Loisdale Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Turn right onto VA 286
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Fairfax County Parkway
6
Take the exit
482 ft
·
16 sec
Toward SR 617, I 95 South: Backlick Road, Richmond
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 95 South: Richmond
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 95
33 mi
·
38 min
·
Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Merge onto I 295
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 64
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64; US 60
342 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
15
Continue on I 64; US 60
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
16
Continue on I 64; US 60
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 278
Toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto VA 194
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Chesapeake Boulevard
Use the left lane.
19
Turn straight
135 ft
·
7 sec
20
Turn left onto VA 247
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ballentine Boulevard
21
Turn right onto VA 166
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Princess Anne Road
22
Turn left onto VA 166
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
23
Turn left onto US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
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East Brambleton Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Campostella Road
25
Turn right onto US 460; VA 166
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Road
Use the right lane.
26
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
22nd Street
27
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Poindexter Street
Use the straight lane.
28
Turn right onto D Street
412 ft
·
18 sec
·
D Street
29
Arrive at destination
D Street
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 36-minute drive, leaving early in the morning can help you avoid some of the typical traffic associated with the I-95 corridor. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 66.8-mile stretch on I-64, to ensure you don't need to make an unplanned stop. Given the relatively short duration and manageable distance, this trip is best suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
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 91.3 miles from Newington, VA, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.8 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 40 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.3 miles or 1h 44m 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 51m
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 Newington, 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 Newington, VA
This is one driving day of about 182.7 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Newington, 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 64 for about 66.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 91.3 miles from Newington, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 175.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward SR 617, I 95 South: Backlick Road, Richmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 617, I 95 South: Backlick Road, Richm...
8
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: Richmond
8
82 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m 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
96.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m 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
7
175.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m 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
$28.57 one way
$57.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $31.24 | $62.48 |
| premium | $4.70 | $33.81 | $67.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.34 | $80.68 |
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: 63.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.18 | $8.77 |
| Efficient EV | 45.7 | 0 | $15.99 | $7.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.1 | 0 | $25.58 | $11.69 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Destination
Chesapeake, VA
Morning in Chesapeake on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Clear
SW 7 to 10 mph
4% chance
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
15 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
3h 36m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 182.7-mile trip, with 63% of the route being on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 66.8 miles on I-64, so be prepared for extended periods of steady driving. While the Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway and I-95 will get you moving, I-64 will be your primary companion for a significant portion of the journey. It's a route designed for making miles efficiently rather than for scenic detours.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.8 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 182.7 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 0.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Newington, VA and Chesapeake, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
82 mi in
|
~1h 34m
Va Beach
82 mi in
|
~1h 34m
Virginia Beach
96.9 mi in
|
~1h 50m
About the Cities
Arriving in Chesapeake, VA
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 182.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.8 miles on I 64. 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Chesapeake, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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