Origin
Colonial Heights, VA
Evening in Colonial Heights on Sunday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colonial Heights, VA to East Hampton, VA
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
79.3 mi
128 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
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6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colonial Heights, VA
Pavan Sai .D
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
Spanning 79.3 miles across Virginia, this drive connects Colonial Heights to East Hampton in approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes. It is a straightforward trip that serves perfectly as a one-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. You should budget about $13 for fuel to complete the journey. Because this route avoids major interstates entirely, it offers a distinct alternative to high-speed travel through the Southeast. Whether you are heading out for a quick change of scenery or visiting friends, the trip is manageable and efficient for any driver.
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
39.7 miles from Colonial Heights, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via James River Drive, Colonial Trail West, and Old Stage Highway. The road maintains a technical feel, with the longest uninterrupted stretch lasting only 14.6 miles on James River Drive. Since the route relies exclusively on local roads, you will find a consistent, steady pace that requires your full attention behind the wheel. It is an ideal path if you prefer backroads over the repetitive nature of larger, multi-lane highways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
James River Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 14.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Ellerslie Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 79.3 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: near the start (East Ellerslie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (Conduit Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (VA 144 / Temple Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Ellerslie Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto East Ellerslie Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Conduit Road
Turn right onto Conduit Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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VA 144 / Temple Avenue
Turn left onto VA 144 / Temple Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
5.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
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VA 36 / East Washington Street
Merge onto VA 36 / East Washington Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
61.6 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
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US 258 / Brewers Neck Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto US 258 / Brewers Neck Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| James River Drive | 14.6 mi | 19m |
| Colonial Trail West | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| Old Stage Highway | 12 mi | 15m |
| Colonial Trail East | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| James River Bridge | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| West Mercury Boulevard | 4 mi | 7m |
| Mercury Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Temple Avenue | 3.7 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
James River Drive
— 14.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colonial Heights, VA and East Hampton, VA.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
20 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto East Ellerslie Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Ellerslie Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto Conduit Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Conduit Road
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto VA 144
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Temple Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Merge onto VA 36
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Washington Street
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on VA 36
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Oaklawn Boulevard
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on VA 36
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Winston Churchill Drive
Use the none lane.
8
Turn right onto VA 10; VA 156 BUS
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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East Randolph Road
9
Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS
15 mi
·
19 min
·
James River Drive
10
Continue on VA 10
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Colonial Trail West
11
At end of road, turn left onto VA 10; VA 31
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rolfe Highway
12
Take the exit
149 ft
·
6 sec
13
Merge onto VA 10
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Colonial Trail East
14
Continue on VA 10
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Old Stage Highway
Use the left / none lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 258
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Brewers Neck Boulevard
Use the none lane.
16
Turn left onto US 17; US 258; VA 32
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Carrollton Boulevard
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on US 17; US 258; VA 32
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
James River Bridge
18
Continue on US 17; US 258; VA 32
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Mercury Boulevard
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on US 258
4.0 mi
·
7 min
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West Mercury Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
20
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
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Southerland Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Southerland Drive
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under two hours, you have significant flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule. You won't need to plan for formal rest stops given the short duration, but keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the local roads can be more taxing than a straight highway shot. Ensure your fuel tank is ready for the $13 estimated cost before you head out, as local roads may have fewer service stations than major corridors. Because the entire 79.3-mile trip is localized, use this time to enjoy the steady rhythm of the backroads without the pressure of a rigid, long-distance itinerary.
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 39.7 miles from Colonial Heights, VA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.6 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 79.3 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 53m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Colonial Heights, 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 Heights, VA
This is one driving day of about 79.3 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Colonial Heights, 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 James River Drive for about 14.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.7 mi from Colonial Heights, VA · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 79.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.7 miles from Colonial Heights, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Hampton, VA
The final approach into East 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 East 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
$12.69 one way
$25.38 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $13.83 | $27.66 |
| premium | $4.78 | $14.92 | $29.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.62 | $35.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.08 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
East Hampton, VA
Evening in East Hampton on Sunday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
40 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
2 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 49m 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 Heights, VA to East Hampton, VA covers 79.3 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are James River Drive, Colonial Trail West, Old Stage Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.7 miles from Colonial Heights, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.69 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 11 significant decision points across 79.3 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: near the start (East Ellerslie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (Conduit Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (VA 144 / Temple Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Colonial Heights, VA to East Hampton, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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