Origin
Orange County, VA
Late night in Orange County on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Orange County, VA to Newport News, 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 56m
Distance
134 mi
216 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 45m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orange County, VA
Alex Raugust
Newport News, VA
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Trip Overview
Orange County, VA to Newport News, VA is 134 miles and takes about 2 hours 56 minutes via I 64 and Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and within the state of Virginia, offering a straightforward journey. The drive is considered a mixed drive, indicating a blend of highway and potentially other road types. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, making it a practical option for a quick trip.
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
67 miles from Orange County, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 56.7 mi | 1h 2m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 19.5 mi | 21m |
| Mountain Road | 17.5 mi | 25m |
| Zachary Taylor Highway | 14.2 mi | 19m |
| Jefferson Highway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Kendall Road | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| Pendleton Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Lahore Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 56.7 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orange County, VA and Newport News, VA.
1
Start on Bickers Lane
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Bickers Lane
2
Turn left onto SR 600
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Kendall Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto SR 629
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Lahore Road
4
Turn right onto US 522
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Zachary Taylor Highway
5
Turn right
192 ft
·
5 sec
6
Turn right onto US 522; VA 208
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Zachary Taylor Highway
7
Continue on US 522; VA 208
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Louisa Avenue
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 522; VA 208
431 ft
·
22 sec
·
East 1st Street
9
Turn left onto US 522
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mineral Avenue
10
Continue on US 522
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Pendleton Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 33; US 522
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Jefferson Highway
12
Continue on US 33
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Mountain Road
13
Continue on US 33
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Staples Mill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 295: Washington, Norfolk
15
Merge onto I 295
19 mi
·
21 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 64
57 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto US 17
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
20
Turn right onto Diligence Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Diligence Drive
21
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
22
Turn left
413 ft
·
33 sec
23
At end of road, turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour 56 minute drive time, starting your journey in the morning will allow ample time to reach Newport News comfortably within a single day. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $21, this is a manageable drive. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 56.7-mile stretch on I 64. Planning to depart from Orange County, VA when traffic is lighter, perhaps mid-morning, could enhance the overall smoothness of your drive to Newport News.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67 miles from Orange County, VA, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.7 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 29 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67 miles or 1h 39m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport News, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Orange County, 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 Orange County, VA
This is one driving day of about 134 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Orange County, 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 56.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67 miles from Orange County, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 20.6 and 134 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
20.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 522; VA 208 / East 1st Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 522; VA 208 / East 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
I 295 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 295 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
74.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m 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
132.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
6
134 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
At end of road, turn right
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.95 one way
$41.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.91 | $45.82 |
| premium | $4.70 | $24.80 | $49.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.59 | $59.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.07 | $6.43 |
| Efficient EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.73 | $5.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.6 | 0 | $18.76 | $8.58 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Newport News, VA
Late night in Newport News on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Ashland, VA
67 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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 56m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Colonial National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
$15
near mile 120.1
View on nps.gov
Fort Monroe National Monument
National Monument
Fort Monroe's story spans from prehistory to the 2000s. Kecoughtan Indians occupied Old Point Comfort before the arrival of English colonists. The first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619. Those escapi...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 134
View on nps.gov
Petersburg National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 73.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a 42% highway share, meaning you'll spend a significant portion of your drive on faster roads like I 64. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 56.7 miles on I 64, providing an opportunity for steady progress. The 'Mixed drive' profile suggests that while highway travel is prominent, you may also encounter sections on roads like Mountain Road. This blend can offer a varied driving experience, moving from quicker highway segments to potentially more localized routes as you approach your destination.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.7 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 20.6 miles in near US 522; VA 208 / East 1st Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 134 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 20.6 miles (US 522; VA 208 / East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.3 miles (I 295 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.8 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 Orange County, VA and Newport News, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
55 mi in
|
~1h 25m
Virginia Beach
74.8 mi in
|
~1h 47m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 134 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.7 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.6 miles (US 522; VA 208 / East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.3 miles (I 295 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Colonial National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument and Petersburg National Battlefield. 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 Newport News, 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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