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Trip from Rustburg, VA to East Hampton, VA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 59m

Distance

188.9 mi

304 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 47m ★
6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 24m
8 PM
3h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Rustburg, VA, VA

Rustburg, VA

Vladimir Srajber

Downtown East Hampton, VA, VA

East Hampton, VA

Sarah O'Shea

Trip Overview

This 188.9-mile drive from Rustburg, VA, to East Hampton, VA, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 59 minutes. You'll primarily navigate I-64, Anderson Highway, and VA-24, with about 59% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $30, making it a budget-friendly option. Given its relatively short duration and mixed driving profile, this trip offers a straightforward transition between the Southeast regions of Virginia. It's a practical choice for a day excursion or a quick hop to your destination.

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

94.5 miles from Rustburg, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 64 72 mi 1h 20m
Anderson Highway 36.7 mi 48m
VA 24 18.9 mi 21m
Powhite Parkway 11.5 mi 15m
Village Highway 9.6 mi 17m
Richmond Highway 8.5 mi 11m
East James Anderson Highway 8.1 mi 9m
West James Anderson Highway 7.7 mi 9m
Longest stretch: I 64 — 72 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rustburg, VA and East Hampton, VA.

1

Start on SR 838

21 ft · 3 sec · Kabler Lane
2

Turn right onto US 501; VA 24

8.4 mi · 14 min · Village Highway
3

Enter roundabout onto VA 24

113 ft · 2 sec · Village Highway
4

Continue on VA 24

1.2 mi · 2 min · Village Highway
5

Turn right onto US 460; VA 24

8.5 mi · 11 min · Richmond Highway
6

Take the exit onto VA 24

0.2 mi · 21 sec · VA 24
Toward VA 24 East, VA 131 South: To Route 60, Appomattox
7

Turn slight left onto VA 24

19 mi · 21 min · VA 24
8

Continue on US 60

7.7 mi · 9 min · West James Anderson Highway
9

Continue on US 60

8.1 mi · 9 min · East James Anderson Highway
10

Continue on US 60

37 mi · 48 min · Anderson Highway
11

Continue on US 60

0.9 mi · 1 min · Midlothian Turnpike
12

Turn right onto SR 652

2.5 mi · 3 min · Old Hundred Road
Use the straight lane.
13

Enter roundabout onto SR 652

147 ft · 5 sec · Old Hundred Road
14

Continue on SR 652

2.5 mi · 4 min · Old Hundred Road
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on VA 76

9.7 mi · 12 min · Powhite Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76

1.8 mi · 2 min · Powhite Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
17

Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146

0.9 mi · 1 min · VA 146
Use the slight right lane.
18

Merge onto VA 195

2.9 mi · 3 min · Downtown Expressway
Use the straight lane.
19

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward I 95 North: Washington, Charlottesville, Norfolk, Richmond International Airport Use the slight left lane.
20

Merge onto I 95

0.7 mi · 54 sec · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Exit 75 Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, 7th Street Use the slight right lane.
22

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Merge onto I 64

72 mi · 1 hr 20 min · I 64
Use the straight lane.
24

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.
25

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.
26

Turn right onto Southerland Drive

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Southerland Drive
27

Arrive at destination

Southerland Drive

Trip Plan

With a total duration of under four hours, this drive is perfect for a spontaneous day trip. Consider an early morning departure from Rustburg to maximize your time at your destination in East Hampton, or to avoid potential traffic. You'll have one recommended stop, which is ample for a drive of this length, allowing you to break up the 188.9 miles as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $30, and plan your refueling stops accordingly, especially during the 72-mile stretch on I-64. Flexibility is key here; you can easily adjust your pace and stop duration.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 94.5 miles from Rustburg, VA, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72 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 42 miles or 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 94.5 miles or 2h 5m 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 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Rustburg, 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 Rustburg, VA

This is one driving day of about 188.9 miles and 3h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Rustburg, 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 72 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Richmond, VA

94 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

Hampden Sydney, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Richmond, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 94.5 miles from Rustburg, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Juan's Mexican Cafe and Cantina

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Newport News, Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 17min to go 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17578775826

Visit website

Botanya Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

0.5 mi

Bamboo Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

0.4 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Newport News, Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 17min to go 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17577553134

Visit website

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

1.4 mi

Rise & Grind Cafe, Powhatan, VA

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Powhatan, Virginia

2 mi

Juan's Mexican Cafe and Cantina

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17578775826

Visit website

Botanya Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $30 to $40

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18043421201

Visit website

Bamboo Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+18043531609

Visit website

Curbside Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+18043557008

Visit website

Amuse Restaurant VMFA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Expensive

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+18043401580

Visit website

821 Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18046491042

Visit website

Greenbriar Cafe and Coffeehouse

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18043555282

Visit website

Cafe Rustika

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18042258811

Visit website

Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17577553134

Visit website

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Rise & Grind Cafe, Powhatan, VA

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Powhatan, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18043726134

Visit website

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12–5 pm

+18048161419

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Richmond, Virginia

Visit website

Unplugged Games Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Midlothian, Virginia

Hours: 1–10 pm

+18048933793

Visit website

Passport Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–6:30 pm

+18042871877

Visit website

Autumn's Catering & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour Inexpensiv

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–4:30 pm

+18045916191

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Newport News, Virginia

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18046449871

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Rest Area

0.3 mi from route

Rest Area

0.3 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.3 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.4 mi from route

The Cask Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18043552402

Visit website

Rage RVA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 1–8 pm

+18043093410

Visit website

The Robins Nature Center at Maymont

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Closed

+18045259000

Visit website

Mill Point Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+17577276348

Visit website

Science Museum of Virginia

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+18048641400

Visit website

Virginia Air & Space Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Hampton, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17577270900

Visit website

Byrd Park Pump House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

+18046465733

Visit website

T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 110.9 and 184.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
110.9 mi into trip | ~2h 27m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Washington, Charlottesville, Norfolk, Richmond International Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 95 North: Washington, Charlottesville,...
8
111.9 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in

Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, 7th Street

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 75 Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, 7th...
9
112.1 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
8
184.3 mi into trip | ~3h 50m 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
184.5 mi into trip | ~3h 51m 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

$29.54 one way

$59.08 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $32.30 $64.60
premium $4.70 $34.96 $69.92
diesel $5.61 $41.71 $83.41

Estimated Tolls: $0.12

Midlothian Turnpike (0.9 mi) $0.07
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike (0.7 mi) $0.05

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 66.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 56.7 0 $19.83 $9.07
Efficient EV 47.2 0 $16.53 $7.56
EV Truck/SUV 75.6 0 $26.45 $12.09

Gas CO2

66 kg

EV CO2

22 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Rustburg, VA

Morning in Rustburg on Tuesday

Local time

7:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

East Hampton, VA

Morning in East Hampton on Tuesday

Local time

7:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

18 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

3h 59m 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.

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 19.5
View on nps.gov
Fort Monroe National Monument

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 188.9
View on nps.gov
Colonial National Historical Park

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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $15 near mile 169.4
View on nps.gov
Petersburg National Battlefield

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...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free near mile 97.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed driving experience on this route. While 59% of the drive is on highways, you'll also encounter stretches on Anderson Highway and VA-24, offering a change of pace from pure interstate travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll cover is 72 miles, primarily on I-64. This suggests a solid block of consistent highway driving, likely allowing for steady progress, interspersed with periods on more local or scenic roads. The overall profile is a blend, so you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind the entire way.

59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72 mi on I 64.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

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 110.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 18 significant decision points across 188.9 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 110.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Rustburg, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Appomattox, Charlottesville, Norfolk, Richmond International Airport and Virginia Beach.

Appomattox

18.1 mi in | ~28m | via VA 24

Charlottesville

110.9 mi in | ~2h 27m

Norfolk

110.9 mi in | ~2h 27m

Richmond International Airport

110.9 mi in | ~2h 27m

Virginia Beach

111.9 mi in | ~2h 29m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 188.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 72 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.12 in tolls one way, starting with Midlothian Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 110.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, Fort Monroe National Monument and Colonial National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at East Hampton, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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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