Trip from East Hampton, VA to Colonial Heights, VA

Drive Time

1h 49m

Distance

79.2 mi

128 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 41m ★

6 AM

1h 49m

8 AM

2h 6m

10 AM

1h 55m

12 PM

1h 53m

3 PM

1h 56m

5 PM

2h 5m

8 PM

1h 45m

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

Sarah O'Shea

Colonial Heights, VA

Pavan Sai .D

Trip Overview

Traveling from East Hampton to Colonial Heights covers 79.2 miles of Southeast Virginia, making for a straightforward 1-hour and 49-minute journey. Because the total duration is under two hours, this trip is ideal as a single-day excursion rather than an overnight commitment. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel for the trek, which remains consistent across the region. The route primarily relies on James River Drive, Colonial Trail West, and Benns Church Boulevard. Since the drive stays entirely within Southeast Virginia, you will experience a cohesive regional landscape from start to finish.

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

39.6 miles from East Hampton, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that favors winding backroads over high-speed transit. With only 5% of the route utilizing highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local corridors. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 14.6-mile segment along James River Drive. Because this path avoids major interstate grinds, the pace is dictated by the curves and intersections of the local road network. Staying alert is essential, as the constant turns require more active steering than a standard highway cruise.

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. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 17.6 miles in near US 258; VA 10 / Benns Church Boulevard.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 17.6 miles (US 258; VA 10 / Benns Church Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.7 miles (VA 156 Business / Winston Churchill Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 74.1 miles (VA 144): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

17.6 mi into trip | ~28m in | US 258; VA 10 / Benns Church Boulevard

Merge onto US 258; VA 10 / Benns Church Boulevard

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

69.7 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in | VA 156 Business / Winston Churchill Drive

Turn left onto VA 156 Business / Winston Churchill Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

74.1 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in | VA 144

Turn right onto VA 144

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

77.8 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | Conduit Road

Turn right onto Conduit Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

78.3 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | East Ellerslie Avenue

Turn left onto East Ellerslie Avenue

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
Benns Church Boulevard	12.1 mi	15m
Colonial Trail East	9.9 mi	11m
East Mercury Boulevard	7.8 mi	14m
James River Bridge	4.4 mi	6m
VA 144	3.7 mi	6m
Brewers Neck Boulevard	2.9 mi	4m

Longest stretch: James River Drive — 14.6 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, VA and Colonial Heights, VA.

Start on Southerland Drive

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Southerland Drive

Turn left onto US 258

7.8 mi · 14 min · East Mercury Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 17; US 258; VA 32

4.4 mi · 6 min · James River Bridge

Continue on US 17; US 258; VA 32

2.4 mi · 3 min · Carrollton Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto US 258; VA 32

2.9 mi · 4 min · Brewers Neck Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Merge onto US 258; VA 10

12 mi · 15 min · Benns Church Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Continue on VA 10

9.9 mi · 11 min · Colonial Trail East

Turn left onto VA 10; VA 31

1.0 mi · 1 min · Rolfe Highway

Turn right onto VA 10

13 mi · 15 min · Colonial Trail West

Continue on VA 10

15 mi · 19 min · James River Drive

Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS

1.2 mi · 2 min · East Randolph Road

Turn left onto VA 156 Business

1.8 mi · 2 min · Winston Churchill Drive

Use the none lane.

Continue on VA 36

0.4 mi · 26 sec · Oaklawn Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Continue on VA 36

1.0 mi · 1 min · Woodlawn Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on VA 36

1.0 mi · 1 min · Oaklawn Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Continue on VA 36

0.2 mi · 18 sec · East Washington Street

Turn right onto VA 144

3.7 mi · 6 min · VA 144

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Conduit Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Conduit Road

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto East Ellerslie Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Ellerslie Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn left

257 ft · 18 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short trip with zero scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads that make up the bulk of your journey. Given the $13 fuel estimate, it is wise to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving East Hampton to avoid unnecessary errands once you hit the road. Because the route is technical and turn-heavy, keep your GPS accessible to navigate the transition between James River Drive and Benns Church Boulevard smoothly. Embrace the lack of mandatory stops by keeping your itinerary light and open for spontaneous breaks whenever you need a quick rest.

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 39.6 miles from East Hampton, VA, or about 56m 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 79.2 miles or 1h 49m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 39.6 miles or 56m 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 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colonial Heights, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from East Hampton, VA

This is one driving day of about 79.2 miles and 1h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Hampton, 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 39.6 mi from East Hampton, VA · 56m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

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

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 79.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.6 miles from East Hampton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Colonial Heights, VA

The final approach into Colonial Heights, 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 Colonial Heights, 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

$12.68 one way

$25.35 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$13.81	$27.62
premium	$4.78	$14.90	$29.80
diesel	$5.64	$17.60	$35.19

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	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	23.8	$8.32	$3.80
Efficient EV	19.8	$6.93	$3.17
EV Truck/SUV	31.7	$11.09	$5.07

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

East Hampton, VA

Evening in East Hampton on Sunday

Local time

7:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Colonial Heights, VA

Evening in Colonial Heights on Sunday

Local time

7:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°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 warmer 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 East Hampton, VA to Colonial Heights, VA covers 79.2 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, Benns Church Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 39.6 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 $12.68 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.

The route from East Hampton, VA to Colonial Heights, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from East Hampton, VA to Colonial Heights, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Colonial Heights, VA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

East Hampton, VA

Colonial Heights, VA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 49m on the road

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