Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
68.3 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport News, VA
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Central Garage, VA
Bingqian Li
This 68.3-mile drive from Newport News, VA to Central Garage, VA takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll primarily travel on I-64, King William Road, and Eltham Road, with about 45% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is $11, making it an economical option. This is a straightforward drive within the Southeast region of Virginia, offering a convenient way to cover this distance without needing an overnight stay. Its mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience on the road.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 30.8 mi | 34m |
| King William Road | 22.2 mi | 30m |
| Eltham Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| New Kent Highway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| King William Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Old Stage Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| J Clyde Morris Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Diligence Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Newport News, VA and Central Garage, VA.
Start on this road
Turn left
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
Turn left onto Diligence Drive
Turn left onto US 17
Continue on US 17
Take the exit
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto VA 30
Continue on VA 30
Turn right onto VA 30; VA 33
Turn left onto VA 30
Continue on VA 30
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Newport News, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 64 West: Williamsburg, Richmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward VA 30: West Point, Toano
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$10.68 one way
$21.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.08 | $30.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Newport News on Sunday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Central Garage on Sunday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
58°F
West Point, VA
34 mi in
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
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.
The character of this 68.3-mile journey is a mixed drive, balancing highway speeds with more local road segments. With 45% of the route on highways, expect periods of faster travel, especially during the longest stretch of 30.8 miles on I-64. As you transition to King William Road and Eltham Road, the pace will likely slow, offering a different driving feel. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate loop, but rather experience a varied road personality throughout the approximately 1 hour and 28 minute trip.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
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 68.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Thimble Shoals Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Newport News, VA to Central Garage, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Toano along the way.
Toano
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 68.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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