Origin
Norfolk, VA
Morning in Norfolk on Sunday
Local time
10:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norfolk, VA to Central Garage, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
91.3 mi
147 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
★
6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norfolk, VA
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Central Garage, VA
Bingqian Li
Trip Overview
This 91.3-mile drive from Norfolk, VA, to Central Garage, VA, is easily manageable as a one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes I 64 and Hampton Roads Beltway, with a portion on King William Road, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, this journey through Virginia's Southeast region is a straightforward and efficient option for a quick getaway or transit. The relatively short distance and clear road structure make it an uncomplicated choice for a single-day adventure without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.7 miles from Norfolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 35.3 mi | 39m |
| King William Road | 22.2 mi | 30m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 11.4 mi | 15m |
| Eltham Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Tidewater Drive | 4.6 mi | 10m |
| New Kent Highway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| King William Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 35.3 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norfolk, VA and Central Garage, VA.
1
Start on East City Hall Avenue
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
East City Hall Avenue
2
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
Toward VA 337: Tidewater Drive
3
Merge onto VA 337
4.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Tidewater Drive
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
5
Merge onto I 64
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 64; US 60
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
7
Continue on I 64; US 60
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
35 mi
·
39 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 227
Toward VA 30: West Point, Toano
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
11
Turn straight onto VA 30
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Stage Road
12
Continue on VA 30
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
New Kent Highway
13
Turn right onto VA 30; VA 33
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Eltham Road
14
Turn left onto VA 30
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
King William Avenue
15
Continue on VA 30
22 mi
·
30 min
·
King William Road
16
Arrive at destination
VA 30
Trip Plan
Given the short 2-hour duration, this trip offers flexibility, allowing you to leave whenever suits you best, though an early start can help you avoid any potential traffic delays. With no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps utilizing services along I 64. The fuel cost is estimated at $14, so keep your tank topped up, especially before heading onto any less-serviced local roads. Pay attention to signage as you transition from the main highways to King William Road for a smooth arrival in Central Garage.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.7 miles from Norfolk, VA, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.3 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 20 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.7 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Central Garage, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 91.3 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Norfolk, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 35.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.7 miles from Norfolk, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 55.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Keep slight left at fork toward VA 337: Tidewater Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward VA 337: Tidewater Drive
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
VA 337 / Tidewater Drive
Merge onto VA 337 / Tidewater Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway
Merge onto I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
20.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 227
Toward VA 30: West Point, Toano
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.28 one way
$28.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.61 | $31.22 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.90 | $33.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.78 | $5.84 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Central Garage, VA
Morning in Central Garage on Sunday
Local time
10:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Williamsburg, VA
46 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 2m 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 mixed drive on this route, with 39% of it being highway driving. You'll encounter approximately 35.3 miles on I 64 as the longest continuous stretch, so be prepared for sustained highway speeds. The profile suggests a combination of faster highway segments and potentially more local road driving as you approach your destination. This blend means the driving experience will likely shift, requiring adjustments in speed and attention as you transition between the interstate and other roadways.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.3 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 91.3 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 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.5 miles (VA 337 / Tidewater Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles (I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Norfolk, VA to Central Garage, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Toano along the way.
Toano
55.5 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 91.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.3 miles on I 64. 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 Central Garage, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.5 miles (VA 337 / Tidewater Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles (I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Central Garage, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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