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Trip from Stuart, 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

5h 38m

Distance

273.6 mi

440 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 25m ★
6 AM
5h 39m
8 AM
6h 5m
10 AM
5h 48m
12 PM
5h 45m
3 PM
5h 49m
5 PM
6h 4m
8 PM
5h 31m

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

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town in Virginia, United States

Stuart, VA

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Newport News, VA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 273.6 miles across Virginia, this trip from Stuart to Newport News takes approximately 5 hours and 38 minutes of drive time. Because the journey is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay, though you should budget about $44 for fuel. You will traverse the Southeast region, moving from the inland areas toward the coast. The route utilizes a combination of US 58, I-85, and I-64 to bridge the distance. It serves as a straightforward, practical link between these two points, perfect for travelers looking to reach the coast 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

136.8 miles from Stuart, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 85 56.4 mi 1h 1m
I 64 46.8 mi 51m
US 58 29.4 mi 37m
Clarksville Bypass 22.9 mi 29m
Philpott Road 19.7 mi 25m
Bill Tuck Highway 18.8 mi 24m
Jeb Stuart Highway 14 mi 18m
Roxbury Road 13.3 mi 17m
Longest stretch: I 85 — 56.4 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Stuart, VA and Newport News, VA.

1

Start on US 58 BUS

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Blue Ridge Street
2

Turn right onto US 58

14 mi · 18 min · Jeb Stuart Highway
3

Continue on US 58

8.4 mi · 11 min · A. L. Philpott Highway
4

Take the exit onto US 58

0.3 mi · 40 sec · US 58
Toward US 58 East, US 220 South
5

Merge onto US 58; US 220

9.4 mi · 10 min · William F Stone Highway
6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 58

15 mi · 19 min · US 58
Toward US 58 East: Danville Use the slight right lane.
7

Take the exit onto US 58

14 mi · 17 min · US 58
Toward US 58 East
8

Take the exit onto US 58

0.3 mi · 38 sec · US 58
Toward US 58 East, US 360 East: South Boston
9

Merge onto US 58; US 360

2.9 mi · 5 min · South Boston Road
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on US 58; US 360

5.3 mi · 7 min · South Boston Highway
11

Continue on US 58; US 360

20 mi · 25 min · Philpott Road
12

Continue on US 58; US 360

19 mi · 24 min · Bill Tuck Highway
13

Continue on US 58; VA 49

3.6 mi · 4 min · Clarksville Bypass
Use the straight lane.
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 58

19 mi · 24 min · Clarksville Bypass
Toward US 58 East: Boydton, South Hill
15

Continue on US 1; US 58

3.5 mi · 4 min · Highway 1
16

Continue on US 58

3.3 mi · 4 min · South Hill Bypass
17

Continue on US 58

0.3 mi · 35 sec · East Atlantic Street
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
19

Merge onto I 85

56 mi · 1 hr 1 min · I 85
Use the straight lane.
20

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Exit 69 Toward Wythe Street, Washigton Street, Historic Old Towne Petersburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward US 301 South: Wythe Street Use the slight right lane.
22

Merge onto US 460 BUS; VA 36

0.6 mi · 47 sec · East Wythe Street
Use the left lane.
23

Continue on VA 36

3.6 mi · 4 min · East Washington Street
Use the left lane.
24

Continue on VA 36

2.0 mi · 2 min · Oaklawn Boulevard
25

Continue on VA 36

2.2 mi · 2 min · Winston Churchill Drive
26

Turn right onto VA 10; VA 156 BUS

1.3 mi · 2 min · East Randolph Road
27

Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS

1.9 mi · 2 min · James River Drive
28

Turn left onto VA 106; VA 156

1.9 mi · 2 min · Jordan Point Road
29

Continue on VA 106; VA 156

13 mi · 17 min · Roxbury Road
30

Continue on VA 106

3.0 mi · 4 min · Emmaus Church Road
31

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec
32

Merge onto I 64; VA 33

47 mi · 51 min · I 64; VA 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 258A Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
34

Turn straight onto US 17

0.1 mi · 10 sec · J Clyde Morris Boulevard
35

Turn right onto Diligence Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Diligence Drive
36

At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Thimble Shoals Boulevard
37

Turn left

413 ft · 33 sec
38

At end of road, turn right

82 ft · 6 sec
39

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a one-day trip, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to navigate the 273.6-mile distance comfortably before traffic peaks. Keep a close eye on your fuel levels, especially when transitioning between US 58 and the interstate segments, to ensure you stay within your $44 budget. Because the route relies on a mix of roads, having a reliable GPS or map is essential for navigating the transitions between I-85 and I-64 smoothly. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so don't hesitate to adjust your departure time to avoid the heaviest congestion on the interstate portions of your drive.

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 136.8 miles from Stuart, VA, or about 2h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 60 miles or 1h 17m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 136.8 miles or 2h 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 41m

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 Stuart, 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 Stuart, VA

This is one driving day of about 273.6 miles and 5h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Stuart, 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 85 for about 56.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Virginia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lawrenceville, VA

137 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.

Popular next leg

Lawrenceville, VA to Newport News, VA

106.1 mi · 2h 26m

Pacing Suggestions

Eden, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lawrenceville, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 136.8 miles from Stuart, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

NuVegan Cafe Petersburg

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Petersburg, Virginia

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 195.4

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+18045045580

Rinkeydink Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Petersburg, Virginia

2.3 mi

Green Leafe Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Williamsburg, Virginia

2.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

CooL BeanZ Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Petersburg, Virginia

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 195.4

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18045908876

Visit website

NuVegan Cafe Petersburg

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 195.4

Petersburg, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+18045045580

Rinkeydink Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 195.4

Petersburg, Virginia

Hours: 10:30 am–8:45 pm

+18048610230

Green Leafe Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 254

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 4 pm–1 am

+17579032697

Visit website

Peter Chang

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 254

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+17573455829

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+17573695533

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Inexpensiv mile 273.6

Yorktown, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17578679004

Visit website

Kahill's Restaurant and pub

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 136.8

South Hill, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+14344476941

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 195.4

Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18048949500

Visit website

CooL BeanZ Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 195.4

Petersburg, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18045908876

Visit website

Tous les Jours Bakery & Cafe - Newport News

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17577553134

Visit website

Ordnance Cafe

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 195.4

Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia

EVgo Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 195.4

Petersburg, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 254

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 136.8

La Crosse, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

+18668167584

Visit website

Historic Old Towne Petersburg

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 195.4

Petersburg, Virginia

Visit website

Virginia Living Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+17575951900

Visit website

The Exchange Building and Petersburg Visitors Center

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 195.4

Petersburg, Virginia

+18048359630

Sandy Bottom Nature Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 273.6

Hampton, Virginia

+17578254657

Visit website

The Mariners' Museum and Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 273.6

Newport News, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+17575962222

Visit website

Dewitt Wallace Decorative Art Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 254

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18557761765

Visit website

Colonial Escape Room

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 254

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 2–9 pm

+17576032594

Visit website

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Williamsburg

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 254

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+17572209220

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 22.9 and 272.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
22.9 mi into trip | ~31m in | US 58

Take the exit onto US 58 toward US 58 East, US 220 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 58 East, US 220 South
7
32.6 mi into trip | ~42m in | US 58

Keep slight right at fork onto US 58 toward US 58 East: Danville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 58 East: Danville
8
195 mi into trip | ~4h 3m in

Take the exit toward Wythe Street, Washigton Street, Historic Old Towne Petersburg

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 69 Toward Wythe Street, Washigton Street, Historic...
8
195.3 mi into trip | ~4h 3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 301 South: Wythe Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 301 South: Wythe Street
7
272.4 mi into trip | ~5h 35m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.79 one way

$85.57 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 96 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $46.78 $93.56
premium $4.70 $50.64 $101.28
diesel $5.61 $60.41 $120.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 95.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 82.1 1 $28.73 $13.13
Efficient EV 68.4 0 $23.94 $10.94
EV Truck/SUV 109.4 1 $38.30 $17.51

Gas CO2

96 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Stuart, VA

Late night in Stuart on Sunday

Local time

12:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Newport News, VA

Late night in Newport News on Sunday

Local time

12:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

60°F

Lawrenceville, VA

137 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

16 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

5h 38m on the road

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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, which is balanced at 50% highway driving. You will encounter a variety of road types as you transition between local roads and major interstates. The longest uninterrupted section you will face is a 56.4-mile stretch on I-85, which offers a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you move from the initial legs toward the conclusion of your trip, the road character shifts, requiring you to remain alert as you transition between different highway systems. This blend of driving environments keeps the journey from feeling too monotonous.

50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.4 mi on I 85.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 22.9 miles in near US 58.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 21 significant decision points across 273.6 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 22.9 miles (US 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.6 miles (US 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 195 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.

Between Stuart, VA and Newport News, VA, road signs point toward Hill and Historic Old Towne Petersburg.

Hill

112 mi in | ~2h 26m | via US 58

Historic Old Towne Petersburg

195 mi in | ~4h 3m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 38m. Total distance: 273.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on I 85. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Newport News, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 22.9 miles (US 58): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.6 miles (US 58): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 195 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Newport News, VA before the return drive.

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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