Trip from East Hampton, VA to Big Stone Gap, VA

Drive Time

8h 33m

Distance

444.7 mi

716 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$71

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

8h 26m ★

6 AM

8h 34m

8 AM

8h 49m

10 AM

8h 39m

12 PM

8h 38m

3 PM

8h 40m

5 PM

8h 48m

8 PM

8h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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East Hampton, VA

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Big Stone Gap, VA

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Trip Overview

The drive from East Hampton, VA to Big Stone Gap, VA covers 444.7 miles and takes about 8h 33m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on I 64, I 81, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 181.4 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $71.17 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

222.3 miles from East Hampton, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 8h 33m highway drive covering 444.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and I 81. The longest continuous stretch is about 181.4 miles on I 64.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 181.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 64.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 444.7 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 4.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4.8 mi into trip | ~9m in | I 64

Keep slight left at fork onto I 64

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

65.9 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in

Take the exit toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 200 Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC

66.3 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 North: Washington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 295 North: Washington

90.2 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 64 West: Charlottesville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 53A Toward I 64 West: Charlottesville

386.3 mi into trip | ~7h 9m in | Valley Street Northwest

At end of road, turn left onto Valley Street Northwest

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

Between East Hampton, VA and Big Stone Gap, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Holston Dam.

Rocky Mount

65.9 mi in | ~1h 16m

Holston Dam

385.3 mi in | ~7h 6m | via US 58 ALT

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 64	181.4 mi	3h 18m
I 81	172.9 mi	3h 9m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	22.6 mi	24m
US Highway 58	14.7 mi	20m
Castlewood Drive	12.5 mi	17m
Porterfield Highway	10.3 mi	14m
Orby Cantrell Highway	8.5 mi	10m
Norton Coeburn Road	8 mi	11m

Longest stretch: I 64 — 181.4 mi, about 3h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, VA and Big Stone Gap, VA.

Start on Southerland Drive

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Southerland Drive

Turn left onto US 258

3.7 mi · 6 min · East Mercury Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp onto VA 134

0.9 mi · 1 min · VA 134

Toward I 64 West, SR 134 North: Williamsburg, Richmond

Keep slight left at fork onto I 64

61 mi · 1 hr 7 min · I 64

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 32 sec

Exit 200 Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

1.3 mi · 2 min

Toward I 295 North: Washington Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 295

23 mi · 24 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 55 sec

Exit 53A Toward I 64 West: Charlottesville

Merge onto I 64

120 mi · 2 hr 10 min · I 64

Toward I 64 West: Charlottesville Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

117 mi · 2 hr 9 min · I 81

Use the straight lane.

Continue on I 77; I 81; US 52

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 77; I 81; US 52

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81; US 52

56 mi · 59 min · I 81; US 52

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto US 58 ALT

0.2 mi · 25 sec · US 58 ALT

Toward US 58 Alternate, VA 75: Abingdon, South Holston Dam

Turn right onto US 58 ALT; VA 75

0.8 mi · 2 min · Cummings Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto Valley Street Northwest

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Valley Street Northwest

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn right onto US 58 ALT

0.9 mi · 2 min · Russell Road Northwest

Use the right lane.

Turn slight right onto US 19; US 58 ALT

10 mi · 14 min · Porterfield Highway

Continue on US 19; US 58 ALT

1.9 mi · 2 min · US 19; US 58 ALT

Turn left onto US 58 ALT

15 mi · 20 min · US Highway 58

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 58 ALT

348 ft · 6 sec · Trail of the Lonesome Pine

Continue on US 58 ALT

13 mi · 17 min · Castlewood Drive

Continue on US 58 ALT

8.0 mi · 11 min · Norton Coeburn Road

Take the exit onto US 58 ALT

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 58 ALT

Toward VA 23 South, VA 58 West Alternate

Merge onto US 23; US 58 ALT

8.5 mi · 10 min · Orby Cantrell Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward SR 610: Big Stone Gap

Turn right onto SR 610

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Powell Valley Road

Enter roundabout onto SR 610

67 ft · 1 sec · Powell Valley Road

Continue on SR 610

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Powell Valley Road

Continue on SR 610

0.2 mi · 29 sec · 4th Avenue East

Arrive at destination

SR 610

Trip Plan

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 drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 222.3 miles from East Hampton, VA, or about 4h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 181.4 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 98 miles or 1h 53m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 222.3 miles or 4h 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 222.3 miles or 4h 8m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 7h 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Big Stone Gap, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from East Hampton, VA

Aim for roughly 222 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Big Stone Gap, VA

Aim for roughly 222 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 98 miles from East Hampton, VA.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 181.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 222.3 mi from East Hampton, VA · 4h 8m into the drive

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Winston-Salem, NC

222 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Winston-Salem, NC

Overnight Options

Night 1

Winston-Salem, NC

222 mi · about 4.3h in

A practical overnight split lands near Winston-Salem, NC after about 222 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 98 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Oakland, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 222.3 miles from East Hampton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 181.4 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 222 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.

Arriving in Big Stone Gap, VA

The final approach into Big Stone Gap, 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 Big Stone Gap, VA.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Big Stone Gap, VA with some flexibility left in the schedule.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Fort Monroe National Monument

National Monument

Fort Monroe's story spans from prehistory to the 2000s. Kecoughtan Indians occupied Old Point Comfort before the arrival of English colonists. The first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619. Those escapi...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free

Park Closure: Road Closure and Fishing Pier Impact

View on nps.gov

Colonial National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour $15 near mile 15.3

View on nps.gov

Booker T Washington National Monument

National Monument

Booker T. Washington was born a slave in April 1856 on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs. After the Civil War, Washington became the first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial School. Later...

22 mi from route ~55 min detour Free near mile 260.7

View on nps.gov

Petersburg National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...

28 mi from route ~69 min detour Free near mile 61.3

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$71.17 one way

$142.34 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 156 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$77.54	$155.08
premium	$4.78	$83.65	$167.31
diesel	$5.64	$98.80	$197.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$71

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$201–$311

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 155.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $47 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	133.4	1	$46.69	$21.35
Efficient EV	111.2	1	$38.91	$17.79
EV Truck/SUV	177.9	2	$62.26	$28.46

Gas CO2

156 kg

EV CO2

52 kg (67% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 hours ago

Origin

East Hampton, VA

Evening in East Hampton on Sunday

Local time

5:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Sunny

SE 15 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:23PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:12PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN

Destination

Big Stone Gap, VA

Evening in Big Stone Gap on Sunday

Local time

5:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Sunny

SW 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:23PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:12PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

14 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

8h 33m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

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 Big Stone Gap, VA covers 444.7 miles and takes about 8h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 64, I 81, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 222 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 222.3 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 $71.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between East Hampton, VA and Big Stone Gap, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Holston Dam.

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Trip from East Hampton, VA to Big Stone Gap, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Big Stone Gap, VA

National Parks Near This Route

Fort Monroe National Monument

Colonial National Historical Park

Booker T Washington National Monument

Petersburg National Battlefield

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

East Hampton, VA

Big Stone Gap, VA

Same local time

14 degrees warmer at arrival

8h 33m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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