Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
93.3 mi
150 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chesapeake, VA
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Central Garage, VA
Bingqian Li
This 93.3-mile drive from Chesapeake, VA to Central Garage, VA is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate via I-64 and the Hampton Roads Beltway, with a portion on King William Road, making for a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this route offers an economical option for a short getaway within the Southeast region. The relatively short duration means you can easily tackle this journey without needing an overnight stay, providing flexibility for your travel plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.7 miles from Chesapeake, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 93.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a varied driving experience on this 93.3-mile journey, with about 40% of the drive on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I-64 and the Hampton Roads Beltway, offering higher speeds, interspersed with segments on King William Road. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 35.3 miles on I-64. This mixed profile means the road conditions and pace will change throughout your drive, offering a dynamic feel behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate grind.
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 0.1 miles in near US 460; VA 166 / Poindexter Street.
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 14 significant decision points across 93.3 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 0.1 miles (US 460; VA 166 / Poindexter Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles (US 460 ALT): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto US 460; VA 166 / Poindexter Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Keep slight left at fork toward I 264 East: Waterside Drive, Saint Paul Boulevard, Downtown, Norfolk
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT toward Waterside Drive, St Paul's Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT toward Saint Paul's Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward VA 30: West Point, Toano
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Chesapeake, VA to Central Garage, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Toano along the way.
Toano
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 35.3 mi | 39m |
| King William Road | 22.2 mi | 30m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 9.6 mi | 12m |
| Eltham Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| New Kent Highway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Granby Street | 4 mi | 9m |
| Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| King William Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Chesapeake, VA and Central Garage, VA.
Start on D Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 460; VA 166
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 464
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460 ALT
Turn right onto US 460 ALT
Continue on US 460
Turn left onto US 460
Continue on US 460
Turn left
Merge onto I 64
Continue on I 64; US 60
Continue on I 64; US 60
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto VA 30
Continue on VA 30
Turn right onto VA 30; VA 33
Turn left onto VA 30
Continue on VA 30
Arrive at destination
Given the 2-hour duration, this trip is perfect for a flexible day excursion. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic around the Hampton Roads area. While there are no designated stops mentioned, you'll find ample opportunities for fuel and rest along I-64. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 35.3 miles on I-64, so plan for a quick break before or after this segment if needed. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, budgeting for gas is straightforward.
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.
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 21 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.7 miles or 1h 3m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Central Garage, 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 93.3 miles and 2h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.7 mi from Chesapeake, VA · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 46.7 miles from Chesapeake, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Central Garage, 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 Central Garage, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.59 one way
$29.18 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.95 | $31.91 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.27 | $34.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.60 | $41.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.06 | $5.97 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Chesapeake on Friday
Local time
9:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Night in Central Garage on Friday
Local time
9:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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