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East Hampton, VA
Late night in East Hampton on Friday
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Trip from East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
128.9 mi
208 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 21m
★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Fredericksburg, VA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 128.9 miles, the drive from East Hampton to Fredericksburg is a straightforward journey typically taking 2 hours and 30 minutes. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to move between these two Virginia hubs without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $21 on fuel for the trek, which takes you from the Southeast region toward the inland corridor of the state. Because the route relies on a mix of local roads and interstates, it offers enough variety to keep you engaged throughout the duration. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this distance is manageable for most drivers to handle in one comfortable push.
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
64.5 miles from East Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 128.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m 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 that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires navigating local roads like East Mercury Boulevard before transitioning onto I-64 West and I-295. You will experience a blend of maneuvering through local infrastructure and utilizing major highway arteries to make progress toward your destination. While the highway share is 0%, the integration of interstate segments helps maintain a steady pace despite the technical nature of the local stretches. You will find that the road's personality shifts as you move away from the starting point, requiring you to stay alert through the various transitions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Mercury Boulevard 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 East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is easy. At 2h 30m 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 East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Mercury Boulevard | — | — |
| I 64 West | — | — |
| I 295 | — | — |
| I 295 North | — | — |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | — | — |
| I 95 North | — | — |
| VA 3 East | — | — |
| Plank Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Mercury Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, VA and Fredericksburg, VA.
1
Start on Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Southerland Drive
2
Turn left onto East Mercury Boulevard
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Mercury Boulevard
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 64 West, SR 134 North: Williamsburg, Richmond
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 64 West, SR 134 North: Williamsburg, Richmond
4
Keep slight left
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 295 North: Washington
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 295 North: Washington
7
Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North: Washington
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95 North: Washington
9
Merge slight right
44 mi
·
47 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward VA 3 East: Fredericskburg
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
VA 3 East: Fredericskburg
11
Merge slight left onto Plank Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Plank Road
12
Continue on William Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
William Street
13
Turn left onto William Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
William Street
14
Turn slight right onto Hanover Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Hanover Street
15
Continue on George Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
George Street
16
Turn left onto Prince Edward Street
400 ft
·
15 sec
·
Prince Edward Street
17
Turn right onto William Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
William Street
18
Turn right onto Princess Anne Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Princess Anne Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 30-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-64 and I-295 is always a smart move. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs, which will help keep you refreshed during the more technical portions of the drive. Since you are budgeting $21 for fuel, keeping an eye on your gauge while navigating the local road segments ensures you won't be scrambling for a station mid-trip. Because this route is heavy on turns, make sure your cargo is secure before you leave East Hampton. Taking advantage of the route's short length allows you to arrive in Fredericksburg with plenty of energy left for your afternoon or evening plans.
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 64.5 miles from East Hampton, VA, or about 1h 15m 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 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.5 miles or 1h 15m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fredericksburg, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Hampton, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 East Hampton, VA
This is one driving day of about 128.9 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from East Hampton, 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 64.5 mi from East Hampton, VA · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.5 miles from East Hampton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fredericksburg, VA
The final approach into Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg, 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
$20.16 one way
$40.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.04 | $44.08 |
| premium | $4.70 | $23.86 | $47.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.46 | $56.92 |
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: 45.1 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 | 38.7 | 0 | $13.53 | $6.19 |
| Efficient EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.28 | $5.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.05 | $8.25 |
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
Fredericksburg, VA
Late night in Fredericksburg on Friday
Local time
4:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Mechanicsville, VA
64 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
8 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 30m 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 East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, VA covers 128.9 miles and takes about 2h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Mercury Boulevard, I 64 West, I 295. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.5 miles from East Hampton, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.16 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 East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is easy. At 2h 30m 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 East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from East Hampton, VA to Fredericksburg, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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