Origin
Bon Air, VA
Late night in Bon Air on Wednesday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bon Air, VA to Newport News, VA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
78.5 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
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6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bon Air, VA
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Newport News, VA
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Trip Overview
This 78.5-mile drive from Bon Air to Newport News, Virginia, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 34 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-64, the Downtown Expressway, and Powhite Parkway, this route is 95% highway, making it ideal for a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of just $12, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within the Southeast region. The highway-focused profile means you'll spend most of your time on fast-paced roads, so plan for a direct and efficient travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
39.2 miles from Bon Air, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll encounter stretches like the 67.3-mile segment on I-64, offering a consistent pace. The route predominantly uses I-64, the Downtown Expressway, and Powhite Parkway, indicating a predominantly high-speed experience. This character means you'll be moving efficiently, with minimal interruptions from local traffic or slower speeds, making for a predictable drive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 67.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Downtown Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near SR 686 / Jahnke Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 78.5 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 0.6 miles (SR 686 / Jahnke Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 686 / Jahnke Road
Turn sharp left onto SR 686 / Jahnke Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
8.6 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
9.5 mi into trip
|
~15m 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
9.7 mi into trip
|
~15m 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
7
77.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bon Air, VA and Newport News, VA, road signs point toward Charlottesville, Norfolk, Richmond International Airport and Virginia Beach.
Charlottesville
8.6 mi in
|
~13m
Norfolk
8.6 mi in
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~13m
Richmond International Airport
8.6 mi in
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~13m
Virginia Beach
9.5 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 67.3 mi | 1h 15m |
| Downtown Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Powhite Parkway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Jahnke Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| VA 146 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Buford Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Diligence Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 67.3 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bon Air, VA and Newport News, VA.
1
Start on SR 718
14 ft
·
2 sec
·
Rockaway Road
2
Turn right onto SR 678
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Buford Road
3
Turn sharp left onto SR 686
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Jahnke Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway North
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto VA 76
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Powhite Parkway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Powhite Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 146
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
VA 146
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto VA 195
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
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.
10
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 75
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, 7th Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 64
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 64
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto US 17
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
16
Turn right onto Diligence Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Diligence Drive
17
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
18
Turn left
413 ft
·
33 sec
19
At end of road, turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of under two hours, this route offers a lot of flexibility. Aim to depart Bon Air in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially if you're traveling on a weekday. With no designated stops, you can easily make your own as needed, perhaps for a quick break or refueling. Since the longest stretch is 67.3 miles on I-64, plan a brief stop around that point if you prefer to break up the driving. The low fuel cost of $12 means you likely won't need to worry about frequent fill-ups.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.2 miles from Bon Air, VA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.3 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 78.5 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.2 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 19m
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 Bon Air, 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 Bon Air, VA
This is one driving day of about 78.5 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bon Air, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 67.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.2 mi from Bon Air, VA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 78.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.2 miles from Bon Air, 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 67.3 miles.
Arriving in Newport News, VA
The final approach into Newport News, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Newport News, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.28 one way
$24.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.53 | $29.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.33 | $34.66 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.05
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
$12
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.24 | $3.77 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.02 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Newport News, VA
Late night in Newport News on Wednesday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Middletown, MD
39 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
14 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
1h 34m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bon Air, VA to Newport News, VA covers 78.5 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Downtown Expressway, Powhite Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.2 miles from Bon Air, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.28 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 78.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (SR 686 / Jahnke Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bon Air, VA and Newport News, VA, road signs point toward Charlottesville, Norfolk, Richmond International Airport and Virginia Beach.
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