Origin
Newport News, VA
Afternoon in Newport News on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newport News, VA to East Hampton, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
9.8 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
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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East Hampton, VA
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Trip Overview
This quick 9.8-mile drive from Newport News, VA to East Hampton, VA takes approximately 16 minutes, making it a perfect option for a short excursion. With 87% of the journey on highways, you'll experience a focused drive primarily utilizing VA 134 and I-64. The estimated fuel cost is around $2, reflecting the short distance. Since it's a single-day trip, no overnight stays are necessary. This route is entirely within the Southeast region of Virginia, offering a straightforward and efficient transit between two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| VA 134 | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| I 64 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Diligence Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Southerland Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Thimble Shoals Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| J Clyde Morris Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
VA 134
— 4.4 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport News, VA and East Hampton, VA.
1
Start on this road
82 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
413 ft
·
31 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Diligence Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Diligence Drive
5
Turn left onto US 17
407 ft
·
13 sec
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
7
Merge onto I 64
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 64
8
Take the exit onto VA 134
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
VA 134
Exit 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
VA 134
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southerland Drive
11
Arrive at destination
Southerland Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
8
5.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
VA 134
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South...
8
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
VA 134
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
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boul...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.53 one way
$3.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.68 | $3.35 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.81 | $3.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.16 | $4.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
East Hampton, VA
Afternoon in East Hampton on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 87% of the route utilizing major roads like VA 134 and I-64. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.4 miles on VA 134. While predominantly highway, the transition to Diligence Drive will offer a slight change in pace as you near your destination. This route prioritizes efficient travel over leisurely sightseeing, providing a direct connection with minimal diversions.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.4 mi on VA 134.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on VA 134 and I 64. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 9.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.7 miles: 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 Newport News, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Coliseum.
Norfolk
0.7 mi in
|
~2m
Coliseum
5.2 mi in
|
~7m
|
via VA 134
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 9.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.4 miles on VA 134. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 East Hampton, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Thimble Shoals Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Monroe National Monument and Colonial National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Hampton, VA before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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