Origin
Colonial Beach, VA
Late night in Colonial Beach on Friday
Local time
1:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
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Trip from Colonial Beach, VA to Chesapeake, VA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
129.7 mi
209 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colonial Beach, VA
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Chesapeake, VA
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Trip Overview
This 129.7-mile journey from Colonial Beach, VA to Chesapeake, VA is a straightforward 2 hour and 41 minute drive. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stops. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, with a 0% highway share, so expect a more connected-to-the-landscape experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $21, making it an economical option for exploring within the Southeast region. This route offers a direct and accessible way to travel between these two Virginia locations without the need for extensive planning.
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
64.8 miles from Colonial Beach, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 129.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 129.7-mile route. With no highway segments, you'll be on roads that are more integrated with the communities you pass through. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't noted, suggesting frequent intersections and changes in direction. This profile means you'll be consistently engaged with the driving, making frequent adjustments rather than settling into a long, steady cruise. It's a drive where you'll truly experience the local road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Colonial Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Colonial Beach, VA to Chesapeake, VA is easy. At 2h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Colonial Beach, VA to Chesapeake, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Avenue | — | — |
| McKinney Boulevard | — | — |
| James Monroe Highway | — | — |
| Kings Highway | — | — |
| Flat Iron Road | — | — |
| Newland Road | — | — |
| Richmond Road | — | — |
| South Water Lane | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Colonial Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colonial Beach, VA and Chesapeake, VA.
1
Start on Washington Avenue
33 ft
·
8 sec
·
Washington Avenue
2
Turn left onto Colonial Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonial Avenue
3
Turn left onto McKinney Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
McKinney Boulevard
4
Continue on James Monroe Highway
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
James Monroe Highway
5
Turn left onto Kings Highway
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Kings Highway
6
Turn right onto Flat Iron Road
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Flat Iron Road
7
Continue on Newland Road
14 mi
·
24 min
·
Newland Road
8
Turn right onto Richmond Road
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Richmond Road
9
Turn left onto South Water Lane
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
South Water Lane
10
Turn right onto Wright Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Wright Street
11
At the end of the road, turn left onto Tappahannock Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Tappahannock Boulevard
12
Keep slight left
67 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
13
Take the exit straight toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
14
Merge slight left
10.0 mi
·
12 min
15
Keep slight left to continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
341 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
16
Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
17
Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
18
Take the exit slight right toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
19
Turn straight onto Chesapeake Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Chesapeake Boulevard
20
Turn straight
135 ft
·
8 sec
21
Turn left onto Ballentine Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ballentine Boulevard
22
Turn right onto East Princess Anne Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Princess Anne Road
23
Turn left onto Park Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
24
Turn left onto East Brambleton Avenue
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
East Brambleton Avenue
25
Continue on Campostella Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Campostella Road
26
Turn right onto Wilson Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Road
27
Continue on 22nd Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
22nd Street
28
Continue on Poindexter Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Poindexter Street
29
Turn right onto D Street
413 ft
·
18 sec
·
D Street
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 41 minute duration, you can easily complete this 129.7-mile drive in one day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any potential early rush hour traffic and to allow for a relaxed pace. With only one stop suggested, you have ample flexibility to decide when and where to take a break based on your needs. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $21, and plan your refueling accordingly, especially since this route is primarily local roads. A good tip for this particular journey is to familiarize yourself with the main roads like Colonial Avenue, McKinney Boulevard, and James Monroe Highway beforehand, as they form the backbone of this turn-heavy route.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.8 miles from Colonial Beach, VA, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
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 29 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.8 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chesapeake, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Colonial Beach, 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 Colonial Beach, VA
This is one driving day of about 129.7 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Colonial Beach, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.8 mi from Colonial Beach, VA · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.8 miles from Colonial Beach, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chesapeake, VA
The final approach into Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake, 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
$20.28 one way
$40.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.18 | $44.35 |
| premium | $4.70 | $24.00 | $48.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.64 | $57.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.62 | $6.23 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.35 | $5.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.9 | 0 | $18.16 | $8.30 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Chesapeake, VA
Late night in Chesapeake on Friday
Local time
1:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live 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
17 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
2h 41m 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 Colonial Beach, VA to Chesapeake, VA covers 129.7 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Colonial Avenue, McKinney Boulevard, James Monroe Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.8 miles from Colonial Beach, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.28 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Colonial Beach, VA to Chesapeake, VA is easy. At 2h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Colonial Beach, VA to Chesapeake, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Colonial Beach, VA to Chesapeake, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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