Drive Time
6h 18m
Distance
329.1 mi
530 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
The drive from Chesapeake, VA to Pulaski, VA covers 329.1 miles and takes about 6h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Poindexter Street, I 464 North, I 264 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
164.6 miles from Chesapeake, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 18m drive with frequent turns across 329.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Poindexter Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 464 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 264 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Waterside Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint Paul's Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint Pauls Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Monticello Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Chesapeake, VA and Pulaski, VA.
Start on D Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto Poindexter Street
Take the ramp straight toward I 464 North
Merge slight left
Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East: Waterside Drive, Saint Paul Boulevard, Downtown, Norfolk
Keep slight left to continue on Waterside Drive, St Paul's Boulevard
Keep slight left to continue on Saint Paul's Boulevard
Turn right onto Saint Pauls Boulevard
Continue on Monticello Avenue
Turn left onto Church Street
Continue on Granby Street
Turn left onto I 64
Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway
Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
Keep slight right to continue on I 295 North: Washington
Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West: Charlottesville
Merge slight left onto I 64 West: Charlottesville
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward VA 99: Pulaski
Turn straight onto Count Pulaski Drive
Continue on East Main Street
Turn right onto North Washington Avenue
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 164.6 miles or 3h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pulaski, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Chesapeake, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Chesapeake, VA
This is one driving day of about 329.1 miles and 6h 18m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 164.6 mi from Chesapeake, VA · 3h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 164.6 miles from Chesapeake, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Pulaski, 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 Pulaski, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$51.32 one way
$102.64 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $57.39 | $114.77 |
| premium | $4.78 | $61.91 | $123.81 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $72.87 | $145.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.7 | 1 | $34.56 | $15.80 |
| Efficient EV | 82.3 | 0 | $28.80 | $13.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131.6 | 1 | $46.07 | $21.06 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
39 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Chesapeake on Saturday
Local time
11:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Pulaski on Saturday
Local time
11:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
65°F
Poolesville, MD
165 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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