The Caboose Market & Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Ashland, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18047982933
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 32m
Distance
220.4 mi
355 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
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.
Newport News, VA
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Shawnee Land, VA
Tom Fisk
This 220.4-mile journey from Newport News, VA, to Shawnee Land, VA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 32 minutes. You'll primarily navigate major interstates like I-64 and I-95, with a portion on Warrenton Road. With 61% of the drive on highways, expect a fairly direct trip. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $34, making it an economical option. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a straightforward transition between these two Virginia locations. It's a manageable distance for a day trip, so you can focus on getting to your destination efficiently.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
110.2 miles from Newport News, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 56.6 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 95 | 47.3 mi | 51m |
| Warrenton Road | 22.9 mi | 33m |
| US 17 | 18.6 mi | 20m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 11.9 mi | 12m |
| James Madison Highway | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| I 66 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| John Marshall Highway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
Step-by-step road directions between Newport News, VA and Shawnee Land, 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
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; US 17
Keep slight right at fork
Turn left onto US 17
Continue on US 17
Turn right onto US 15; US 29
Continue on US 15; US 17; US 29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17
Continue on US 17
Continue on US 17
Turn left onto US 17
Continue on I 66
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 81
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 48; VA 55
Continue on US 48; VA 55
Turn right onto SR 600
Continue on SR 600; SR 608
Turn slight left onto SR 600
Turn left onto SR 753
Turn left onto Tomahawk Trail
Continue on Tomahawk Trail
Arrive at destination
For this 4-hour and 32-minute drive, leaving Newport News in the morning should allow you to arrive in Shawnee Land by midday. Since it's a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to stop when needed, though the data suggests only one planned stop. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 56.6-mile stretch on I-64, and plan your refueling accordingly. The $34 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting. A good tip for this route is to be aware of potential traffic on I-95, as it can significantly impact your travel time, so checking conditions before you depart is advisable.
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.
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 48 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.2 miles or 2h 4m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee Land, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Newport News, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Newport News, VA
This is one driving day of about 220.4 miles and 4h 32m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 110.2 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Ashland, Virginia
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18047982933
Hohl
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Main Street Mill Restaurant
Front Royal, Virginia
Around the midpoint, short detour
Ashland, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18047982933
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Toano, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+17577410144
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Front Royal, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+15406363123
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Ashland, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+18043688671
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+17573695533
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Ashland, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18047983287
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Yorktown, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+17578679004
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
+15405825250
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+17577553134
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Glen Allen, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+18044001505
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Hanover, Virginia
Hours: 8 am–2 pm
+18049139115
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Front Royal, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18337484267
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Front Royal, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Strasburg, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Newport News, Virginia
+18668167584
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Fredericksburg, VA
Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm
+15407868344
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Ruther Glen, Virginia
Later in the drive, right off the route
Warrenton, Virginia
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+15403596937
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+17575951900
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+17572294386
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hours: 2–9 pm
+17576032594
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Hampton, Virginia
+17578254657
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Newport News, Virginia
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+17575962222
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Newport News, Virginia
+17578867912
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+15406585114
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 195.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 64 West: Williamsburg, Richmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 North: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$34.47 one way
$68.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $37.68 | $75.37 |
| premium | $4.70 | $40.79 | $81.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.66 | $97.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.14 | $10.58 |
| Efficient EV | 55.1 | 0 | $19.29 | $8.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.2 | 1 | $30.86 | $14.11 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Shawnee Land on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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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This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 61% of the miles on faster roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.6 miles on I-64, which allows for steady progress. While largely interstate driving, the inclusion of Warrenton Road might offer a slight change of pace before reaching your destination. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip, characterized by efficient travel on well-maintained roadways. The overall feel is one of getting from point A to point B with minimal scenic detours.
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 1.4 miles in.
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 25 significant decision points across 220.4 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 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Newport News, VA to Shawnee Land, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Rocky Mount along the way.
Rocky Mount
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 32m. Total distance: 220.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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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