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Trip from Broadlands, VA to Hampton, VA

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

3h 50m

Distance

189.3 mi

305 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 38m ★
6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
3h 59m
12 PM
3h 57m
3 PM
4h 1m
5 PM
4h 15m
8 PM
3h 43m

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

census designated place in Loudoun County, Virginia, United States

Broadlands, VA

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Hampton, VA

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Trip Overview

This 189.3-mile drive from Broadlands, VA to Hampton, VA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. You'll primarily travel on major highways, with Interstate 95 and Interstate 64 forming the backbone of your journey, complemented by the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Given its focus on highway travel, expect a straightforward experience with a manageable fuel cost estimated at $30. Since both locations are within the Southeast region of Virginia, the drive is a smooth transition without significant regional shifts. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B.

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

94.7 miles from Broadlands, VA

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

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Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with 79% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one segment of 74.6 miles entirely on I-95. The personality of the road is predominantly that of a fast-paced interstate commute, designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. While the main roads are highways, there can be variations in traffic and construction, so staying aware of conditions is key. This is a drive where you'll cover ground quickly.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 189.3 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 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 29 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
5.5 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward VA 28 South: Dulles Airport, Centreville

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 9A Toward VA 28 South: Dulles Airport, Centreville
8
11.4 mi into trip | ~17m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Fairfax

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward US 50 East: Fairfax
8
11.6 mi into trip | ~17m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 50 East: Fairfax

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward US 50 East: Fairfax
8
107.8 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in

Take the exit toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach

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

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 84A Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va B...
9
188.3 mi into trip | ~3h 47m 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

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Broadlands, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Fairfax, Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.

Fairfax

11.2 mi in | ~16m

Norfolk

107.8 mi in | ~2h 16m

Va Beach

107.8 mi in | ~2h 16m

Virginia Beach

122.7 mi in | ~2h 32m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 74.6 mi 1h 23m
I 64 64.2 mi 1h 11m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway 13 mi 14m
Ox Road 8.7 mi 12m
Fairfax County Parkway 7.7 mi 11m
Sully Road 4.6 mi 6m
Dulles Greenway 3.4 mi 4m
Route 50 3.2 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 74.6 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Chickacoan Trail Drive

117 ft · 4 sec · Chickacoan Trail Drive
2

Turn left onto SR 2119

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Truro Parish Drive
3

Continue on SR 2119

0.5 mi · 1 min · Waxpool Road
4

Turn right onto SR 2070

0.7 mi · 1 min · Demott Drive
5

Turn left onto SR 2298

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Mooreview Parkway
6

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward VA 267 Toll East: Washington Use the right lane.
7

Merge onto VA 267

3.4 mi · 4 min · Dulles Greenway
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Exit 9A Toward VA 28 South: Dulles Airport, Centreville Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward VA 28 South: Centreville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto VA 28

4.6 mi · 6 min · Sully Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward US 50: Winchester, Fairfax Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward US 50 East: Fairfax Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward US 50 East: Fairfax Use the right lane.
14

Merge onto US 50

3.2 mi · 5 min · Route 50
Use the left lane.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Toward VA 286 South: Fairfax County Parkway Use the slight right lane.
16

Turn right onto VA 286

7.7 mi · 11 min · Fairfax County Parkway
Use the right lane.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward VA 123 North: Ox Road
18

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 24 sec
Toward VA 123 South: Ox Road
19

Turn left onto VA 123

8.7 mi · 12 min · Ox Road
Use the left lane.
20

Continue on VA 123

0.9 mi · 1 min · Gordon Boulevard
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Fredericksburg
22

Merge onto I 95

26 mi · 30 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

49 mi · 53 min · I 95
Use the straight lane.
24

Take the exit

1.9 mi · 2 min
Exit 84A Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach Use the slight left / straight lanes.
25

Merge onto I 295

13 mi · 14 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Take the exit

1.3 mi · 2 min
Exit 28A Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Merge onto I 64

64 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 25 sec
Exit 265C Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Keep slight right at fork

199 ft · 6 sec
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base Use the left / right lanes.
30

Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Rip Rap Road
31

Turn sharp left onto VA 134

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Armistead Avenue
32

Turn left onto VA 351

0.3 mi · 39 sec · West Pembroke Avenue
33

Turn right onto North King Street

524 ft · 19 sec · North King Street
34

Continue on North King Street

432 ft · 18 sec · North King Street
35

Arrive at destination

North King Street

Trip Plan

For this 3 hour and 50 minute drive, starting early is a good strategy to minimize traffic, especially as you approach and merge onto I-95. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. The estimated fuel cost of $30 means you won't need frequent, expensive fill-ups, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye on highway signage for the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, as it's a key part of your route. A practical tip: monitor real-time traffic apps as you get closer to the Hampton Roads area, as congestion can be a factor.

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 94.7 miles from Broadlands, VA, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.6 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 80 miles or 1h 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 94.7 miles or 2h 2m 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 10m

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 Broadlands, 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 Broadlands, VA

This is one driving day of about 189.3 miles and 3h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Broadlands, 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 95 for about 74.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 94.7 mi from Broadlands, VA · 2h 2m into the drive

town in Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

La Plata, MD

95 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

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 94.7 miles from Broadlands, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.6 miles.

Arriving in Hampton, VA

The final approach into Hampton, 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 Hampton, 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

$29.60 one way

$59.20 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $32.37 $64.73
premium $4.70 $35.04 $70.07
diesel $5.61 $41.80 $83.59

Estimated Tolls: $0.86

Dulles Greenway (3.4 mi) $0.86

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

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 66.2 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 56.8 0 $19.88 $9.09
Efficient EV 47.3 0 $16.56 $7.57
EV Truck/SUV 75.7 0 $26.50 $12.12

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 data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Broadlands, VA

Morning in Broadlands on Wednesday

Local time

7:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hampton, VA

Morning in Hampton on Wednesday

Local time

7:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

La Plata, MD

95 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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 50m 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 Broadlands, VA to Hampton, VA covers 189.3 miles and takes about 3h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 64, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94.7 miles from Broadlands, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 189.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Broadlands, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Fairfax, Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.

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