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Trip from Tazewell, VA to Hampton, VA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 10m
Distance
383.3 mi
617 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 59m
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6 AM
7h 10m
8 AM
7h 32m
10 AM
7h 18m
12 PM
7h 16m
3 PM
7h 19m
5 PM
7h 31m
8 PM
7h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tazewell, VA
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Hampton, VA
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Trip Overview
Tazewell, VA to Hampton, VA is 383.3 miles and takes about 7h 10m via I-81 and I-64, with a fuel budget near $60 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive that mostly sticks to major interstates, making it a practical option for getting from Southwest Virginia to the coast. You'll encounter a high percentage of highway driving, so expect a consistent pace for most of the trip.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
191.7 miles from Tazewell, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 154.5 mi | 2h 49m |
| I 81 | 139.7 mi | 2h 33m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 22.9 mi | 25m |
| US 52 | 19.7 mi | 22m |
| I 77 | 16 mi | 17m |
| Governor G C Peery Highway | 13.3 mi | 16m |
| Trail of the Lonesome Pine | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| US 52 Truck | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 154.5 mi, about 2h 49m
Traffic on I-64
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 180 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,073 veh/hr typical · worst 2,563
Quietest
2 AM
~120 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
17.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tazewell, VA and Hampton, VA.
1
Start on Mill Road
397 ft
·
19 sec
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Mill Road
2
Turn right onto US 19 BUS; US 460 BUS; VA 16
436 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on US 19 BUS; US 460 BUS; VA 16
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Fincastle Turnpike
4
Turn left onto VA 16
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Tazewell Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Bluefield
6
Merge onto US 19; US 460
13 mi
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16 min
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Governor G C Peery Highway
7
Continue on US 19; US 460
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Trail of the Lonesome Pine
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto US 52 Truck
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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US 52 Truck
9
Take the exit onto US 52
20 mi
·
22 min
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US 52
10
Continue on I 77
16 mi
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17 min
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I 77
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81; US 11
140 mi
·
2 hr 33 min
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I 81; US 11
Toward I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on I 64; I 81
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
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I 64; I 81
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
90 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
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I 64
Toward I 64 East: Richmond
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 177
Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on I 295
23 mi
·
25 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
64 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 265C
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
Use the left / right lanes.
20
Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Rip Rap Road
21
Turn sharp left onto VA 134
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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North Armistead Avenue
22
Turn left onto VA 351
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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West Pembroke Avenue
23
Turn right onto North King Street
524 ft
·
19 sec
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North King Street
24
Continue on North King Street
432 ft
·
18 sec
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North King Street
25
Arrive at destination
North King Street
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 10m estimated driving time, leaving Tazewell in the morning is recommended to ensure you arrive in Hampton with daylight to spare. With only 2 recommended stops, you can make them brief or plan for a slightly longer break. The longest stretch of 154.5 miles on I-64 means you'll want to ensure you have sufficient fuel before entering that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $60 budget is an estimate and actual costs can vary.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 191.7 miles from Tazewell, VA, or about 3h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 154.5 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 84 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 191.7 miles or 3h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tazewell, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tazewell, VA
This is one driving day of about 383.3 miles and 7h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Tazewell, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 154.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
192 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 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 191.7 miles from Tazewell, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 154.5 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.
Troutville Safety Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Iranto Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Lancer Truck Stop
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Fairfield Safety Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Charlottesville Safety Rest Area West
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Radford Safety Rest Area South
0.1 mi from route
Radford Safety Rest Area North
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Radford Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 62.6 and 382.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
62.6 mi into trip
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~1h 13m in
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I 81; US 11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81; US 11 toward I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
8
292.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 25m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
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 177
Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
8
316.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 52m 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
8
382.1 mi into trip
|
~7h 6m in
Take the exit toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
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 265C
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
9
382.3 mi into trip
|
~7h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$60.89 one way
$121.78 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
134 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $66.40 | $132.80 |
| premium | $4.78 | $72.13 | $144.27 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $93.24 | $186.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 134.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 115 | 1 | $40.25 | $18.40 |
| Efficient EV | 95.8 | 1 | $33.54 | $15.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 153.3 | 1 | $53.66 | $24.53 |
Gas CO2
134 kg
EV CO2
45 kg (66% 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.
Origin
Tazewell, VA
Late night in Tazewell on Sunday
Local time
5:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Rain Showers
NW 12 mph
93% chance
Live forecast
Coastal Flood Watch
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 17 at 3:19AM EDT until October 20 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Coastal Flood Watch
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 17 at 3:19AM EDT until October 20 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Destination
Hampton, VA
Late night in Hampton on Sunday
Local time
5:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Light Rain Likely
N 17 mph
57% chance
Live forecast
Coastal Flood Watch
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 17 at 3:19AM EDT until October 20 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Coastal Flood Watch
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 17 at 3:19AM EDT until October 20 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
48°F
Bedford, VA
192 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
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
7h 10m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
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...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 383.3
Park Closure: Road Closure and Fishing Pier Impact
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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
$15
near mile 356.9
View on nps.gov
Booker T Washington National Monument
National Monument
Booker T. Washington was born a slave in April 1856 on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs. After the Civil War, Washington became the first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial School. Later...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 132.2
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 317.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on the highway for about 87% of this 383.3-mile drive. The longest continuous stretch on an interstate is 154.5 miles, primarily on I-64. Expect a significant amount of highway cruising with frequent exits as you approach more populated areas. Surface roads will likely make up the remaining miles, particularly at the beginning and end of your trip.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 154.5 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 62.6 miles in near I 81; US 11.
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 17 significant decision points across 383.3 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 62.6 miles (I 81; US 11): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 292.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 316.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,649 ft
7 ft
Total Climb
752 ft
Total Descent
3,242 ft
Highest Point
2,649 ft
~27.1 mi in
Elevation Range
2,642 ft
Notable High Points
1,667 ft at ~189.5 miles
+516 ft prominence
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 Tazewell, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
292.6 mi in
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~5h 25m
Virginia Beach
316.7 mi in
|
~5h 52m
About the Cities
Starting in Tazewell, VA
Full guide →Founded 1800
Top landmarks
- • James Wynn House — Tazewell, Virginia, listed on the NRHP in Virginia
Arriving in Hampton, VA
Full guide →Founded 1610
Hampton is a city in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia.
Top landmarks
- • Langley Research Center — NASA field center
- • Fort Monroe — former military installation in Hampton, Virginia, United States
- • Landing and Impact Research Facility — facility at Langley Research Center used for aircraft and spacecraft testing
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 10m. Total distance: 383.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 154.5 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 31 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 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 31 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 62.6 miles (I 81; US 11): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 292.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 316.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Monroe National Monument, Colonial National Historical Park and Booker T Washington National Monument (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hampton, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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