Traveling the 192.9 miles from West Lynchburg to East Hampton is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 2 minutes. Because this is a single-day trip, you can easily complete the drive in one go without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $31 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for a weekend excursion within Virginia. Since both locations are situated in the Southeast region, the climate and general atmosphere remain consistent throughout your journey. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a practical connection between these two points.
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
96.4 miles from West Lynchburg, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
72 mi
1h 20m
Anderson Highway
36.7 mi
48m
VA 24
18.9 mi
21m
Richmond Highway
18.1 mi
24m
Powhite Parkway
11.5 mi
15m
East James Anderson Highway
8.1 mi
9m
West James Anderson Highway
7.7 mi
9m
Old Hundred Road
5.1 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 72 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Lynchburg, VA and East Hampton, VA.
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Start on Lakeside Drive
0.7 mi·1 min·Lakeside Drive
2
Continue on Park Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·Park Avenue
3
Enter roundabout onto US 501 BUS
70 ft·4 sec·Langhorne Road
4
Continue on US 501 BUS
0.1 mi·19 sec·Langhorne Road
5
Continue on US 501 BUS
2.5 mi·4 min·Campbell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 460 BUS
0.3 mi·38 sec·US 460 BUS
Toward US 29 North, US 460 East: charlottesville, appomattox
7
Merge onto US 29; US 460
18 mi·24 min·Richmond Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto VA 24
0.2 mi·21 sec·VA 24
Toward VA 24 East, VA 131 South: To Route 60, Appomattox
9
Turn slight left onto VA 24
19 mi·21 min·VA 24
10
Continue on US 60
7.7 mi·9 min·West James Anderson Highway
11
Continue on US 60
8.1 mi·9 min·East James Anderson Highway
12
Continue on US 60
37 mi·48 min·Anderson Highway
13
Continue on US 60
0.9 mi·1 min·Midlothian Turnpike
14
Turn right onto SR 652
2.5 mi·3 min·Old Hundred Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Enter roundabout onto SR 652
147 ft·5 sec·Old Hundred Road
16
Continue on SR 652
2.5 mi·4 min·Old Hundred Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on VA 76
9.7 mi·12 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76
1.8 mi·2 min·Powhite Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
0.9 mi·1 min·VA 146
Use the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto VA 195
2.9 mi·3 min·Downtown Expressway
Use the straight lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 95 North: Washington, Charlottesville, Norfolk, Richmond International AirportUse the slight left lane.
22
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi·54 sec·Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi·14 sec
Exit 75Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, 7th StreetUse the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 64
72 mi·1 hr 20 min·I 64
Use the straight lane.
26
Take the exit onto VA 134
0.2 mi·28 sec·VA 134
Exit 263Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, ColiseumUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
4.2 mi·7 min·VA 134
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, ColiseumUse the slight right lane.
28
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
0.2 mi·46 sec·Southerland Drive
29
Arrive at destination
Southerland Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 2-minute drive, plan your departure for a time that avoids peak congestion on the interstate sections. Since the route includes one recommended stop, use that break to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping your total travel time manageable. Given the $31 fuel estimate, filling up before you hit the longest 72-mile stretch on I-64 will help you maintain momentum. Because the entire trip is designed to be completed in a single day, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions. Always keep a close eye on your GPS when shifting from the highway to the local roads like VA 24 to ensure you stay on track.
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 96.4 miles from West Lynchburg, 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 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.4 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 20m
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 West Lynchburg, 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 West Lynchburg, VA
This is one driving day of about 192.9 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from West Lynchburg, 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.
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 114.9 and 188.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
114.9 mi into trip|~2h 30m 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
115.8 mi into trip|~2h 32m 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
116 mi into trip|~2h 32m 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
188.3 mi into trip|~3h 53m 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
188.5 mi into trip|~3h 54m 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
$30.17 one way
$60.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg68 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$32.98
$65.97
premium
$4.70
$35.70
$71.40
diesel
$5.61
$42.59
$85.18
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: 67.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.9
0
$20.25
$9.26
Efficient EV
48.2
0
$16.88
$7.72
EV Truck/SUV
77.2
0
$27.01
$12.35
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
West Lynchburg, VA
Morning
in West Lynchburg on Sunday
Local time
6:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
W 5 to 8 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
East Hampton, VA
Morning
in East Hampton on Sunday
Local time
6:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Sunny
W 3 to 8 mph13% chanceLive 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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 2m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
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 192.9
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...
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...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 99.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed drive profile, blending high-speed interstate travel with local road navigation. You will find that 58% of your journey is spent on highways, providing a balance between efficiency and a slower pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 72 miles along I-64, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel. As you transition between I-64, Anderson Highway, and VA 24, the character of the road shifts from fast-paced transit to more localized driving conditions. Expect a varied experience that keeps you attentive as you navigate the different road types throughout the 192.9-mile distance.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
29 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?
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 114.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 192.9 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 114.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116 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 West Lynchburg, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Appomattox, Charlottesville, Norfolk, Richmond International Airport and Virginia Beach.
Appomattox
22.1 mi in|~32m|via VA 24
Charlottesville
114.9 mi in|~2h 30m
Norfolk
114.9 mi in|~2h 30m
Richmond International Airport
114.9 mi in|~2h 30m
Virginia Beach
115.8 mi in|~2h 32m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 2m. Total distance: 192.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 2m 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.
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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 114.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116 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 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at East Hampton, VA, but most travelers stay overnight.
